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Which of the following is an example of an output device that produces a visual output?
Which output device is capable of producing three-dimensional representations?
What type of output device would be classified as an audible output?
Which of the following output devices is NOT primarily used for visual output?
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What is one characteristic that distinguishes thermal printers from other types of printers?
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Study Notes
Output Devices Overview
- Output devices transfer processed information from computers to users.
- Common examples include monitors, plotters, speakers, and printers.
Visual Output Devices
- Monitors: Display visual information generated by computers.
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Printers: Convert digital documents into physical copies.
- Laser Printers: Use toner and laser technology for fast, high-quality prints.
- Inkjet Printers: Utilize liquid ink sprayed through nozzles for vibrant color prints.
- Dot Matrix Printers: Print by striking an ink-soaked cloth against paper, allowing for multipart forms.
- Thermal Printers: Use heat to transfer ink onto paper, commonly used for receipts.
- 3D Printers: Create three-dimensional objects layer by layer from digital models.
- Plotters: Specialized printers used for large-scale images, such as blueprints and engineering drawings.
- Microfilm: A method of storing documents in miniature format on film for archival and retrieval purposes.
Audible Output Devices
- Speakers: Convert digital audio signals into sound.
- Headphones: Personal audio devices that deliver sound directly to the ears, enhancing privacy.
- Earphones: Compact audio devices similar to headphones, designed for portable use and often used with mobile devices.
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Description
Explore the various types of output devices used in computing. This quiz will cover the functionalities of monitors, printers, plotters, and more. Test your knowledge on the differences between laser, inkjet, and other printers, as well as the role of visual output devices in information processing.
