Mobile Devices Overview

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What distinguishes a mobile device from an external hard drive?

Mobile devices do not require a user interface.
External hard drives are portable like mobile devices.
Mobile devices can send and receive information wirelessly. (correct)
External hard drives can operate without electricity.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of mobile devices?

Can function without physical connection to a network.
Primarily designed for stationary use. (correct)
Includes features like touchscreens for user interaction.
Operates using a battery for power storage.

Which mobile device is described as being optimized for text reading?

Smartwatch
Handheld gaming console
Smartphone
E-reader (correct)

What is a common function included in many mobile devices?

Voice or video calling capabilities. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes tablets?

They may have cellular and Wi-Fi connectivity. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What component is independent of hardware in mobile devices?

Software programming (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following mobile devices functions most similarly to a desktop computer?

Laptop computer (B) Signup and view all the answers

What feature is commonly included in smartwatches?

They may operate as an extension of a smartphone. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of mobile system software?

To provide core functions such as operating systems and utilities (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes native mobile apps?

They are designed specifically for one platform. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature of hybrid mobile apps?

They run through web browsers but can be installed like native apps. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How do web mobile apps typically adapt when accessed from a mobile device?

They shift to a different design optimized for mobile use. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of mobile operating systems?

Running standard office applications (C) Signup and view all the answers

What programming language is primarily used for developing hybrid mobile apps?

HTML5 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What defines mobile application software?

It is designed to run on mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these types is NOT classified as mobile software?

Standard desktop software (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic of mobile computing allows users to maintain the same service while changing their physical location?

User mobility (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of mobile software in mobile computing systems?

To control mobile hardware and access sensors (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of mobile computing?

Data staticity (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of mobility refers to the ability of a user to switch between different devices while using the same service?

Device mobility (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which component is NOT considered part of a mobile computing system?

Mobile applications (C) Signup and view all the answers

What describes the structure of a mobile computing system?

It is a distributed system connected via a wireless network. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which example is NOT classified as mobile hardware?

Desktops (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which operating system is commonly associated with mobile computing devices?

Google's Android (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature that mobile operating systems typically provide?

Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which wireless network type is NOT mentioned as part of mobile communication?

Fiber-optic networks (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which principle of mobile computing refers to the ability of devices to operate in a movable environment?

Portability (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the Quality of Service (QoS) refer to in the context of mobile computing?

The reliability and performance of network connectivity (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the advantages of mobile computing related to research?

Ease of Research (B) Signup and view all the answers

In mobile computing, interactivity refers to what aspect?

The connectedness of devices sharing data and collaborating (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of connectivity in mobile computing?

Dependency on fixed location (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does individuality in mobile computing imply for portable devices?

Ability to meet and adapt to individual user needs (A) Signup and view all the answers

What programming language does Xamarin primarily use for mobile app development?

C# (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a feature of Visual Studio?

Universal Windows Platform development (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of JDK in Java application development?

Compiling Java programs (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of application can run on any Windows-powered device?

Universal Windows Platform applications (D) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a software development framework from a development platform?

Frameworks offer preset tools and libraries. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following frameworks is specifically mentioned as popular for mobile development?

React Native (B) Signup and view all the answers

What component does Java Runtime Environment (JRE) provide to run Java applications?

Java Virtual Machine (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT considered when developing mobile applications?

Internet speed (B) Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

What is a Mobile Device?

A mobile device is a portable handheld computer that functions without being physically connected to a network and power source.
Mobile devices must be able to send and receive information wirelessly.
Examples include smartphones, tablets, laptops, smartwatches, e-readers, and handheld gaming consoles.

Mobile Device Components

Mobile devices consist of hardware, software, and a mobile system.
Mobile hardware includes the physical components of the device, such as the screen, processor, and battery.
Mobile software includes the operating system and applications that runon the device.
The mobile system refers to the software and hardware that work together to enable the device to function.

Mobile System Software

An operating system (OS) is designed specifically for mobile devices.
Mobile OSs are responsible for defining features and functions of the device, including keypads, application synchronization, and text messaging.
Mobile application software refers to programs designed to run on mobile devices.
Native mobile apps are designed for a specific platform (iOS, Android, Windows).
Web apps are responsive websites that adapt to mobile devices.
Hybrid mobile apps function through web browsers and are developed using HTML5.

Mobile Computing

Mobile computing refers to the use of mobile devices to access and transmit data wirelessly.
Key characteristics of mobile computing include user mobility, network mobility, device mobility, session mobility, service mobility, and host mobility.

Mobile Computing System

A mobile computing system involves clients or nodes connected through a wireless network.
These networks allow for anytime, anywhere computing.

Mobile Computing Principles

Portability : Devices should be physically portable and have sufficient processing power.
Connectivity : High level network availability is required with minimal lag/downtime.
Interactivity : Nodes must actively interact with each other.
Individuality : Mobile computing systems should adapt to individual needs and provide contextual information.

Mobile Computing Advantages

Location Flexibility
Saves Time
Enhanced Productivity
Ease of Research
Entertainment : Streaming video and audio on the go.

Mobile Application Development (MAD) Factors

Platforms and Device Compatibility: Ensure app runs on target platforms and devices seamlessly.
Screen Size: Design for different screen sizes (smartphones vs tablets).
Screen Density: Optimize graphics and text clarity for varying screen resolutions.
User Interaction: Smooth and intuitive interface design.
Phone Function Integration: Leverage device features like camera, GPS, etc.
Resource Management: Efficient resource use for battery life and performance.

Frameworks

A framework is a software skeleton that provides tools, libraries, and other components.
Xamarin: Enables cross-platform native apps using C#.
React Native, Ionic, Flutter: Popular cross-platform frameworks.
JDK (Java Development Kit): Software development kit for Java applications.
JRE (Java Runtime Environment): Required to run Java applications.
JVM (Java Virtual Machine): Enables computers to run Java programs.

Bytecode

Bytecode is machine-readable code that is interpreted into binary code by a computer's processor.

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