Types of Printers Quiz
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What is the main difference between a sheet-fed scanner and a handheld scanner?

  • A sheet-fed scanner is used in the publishing industry, while a handheld scanner is for personal use.
  • A sheet-fed scanner uses a motorized belt, while a handheld scanner relies on the user to move it. (correct)
  • A sheet-fed scanner is portable, while a handheld scanner is stationary.
  • A sheet-fed scanner captures detailed images, while a handheld scanner does not provide good image quality.
  • How does a drum scanner work differently from a sheet-fed scanner?

  • A drum scanner captures images mounted on a glass cylinder, while a sheet-fed scanner scans images on paper.
  • A drum scanner uses a photo multiplier tube, while a sheet-fed scanner uses a sensor. (correct)
  • A drum scanner uses color filters, while a sheet-fed scanner uses basic light technology.
  • A drum scanner captures incredibly detailed images, while a sheet-fed scanner provides quick text capture.
  • What is the primary function of a microphone in a computer?

  • To record audio or video tutorials (correct)
  • To control the movement of people and objects in games
  • To scan documents
  • To capture detailed images
  • Why are joysticks preferred for arcade-type computer games?

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    What distinguishes a digital camera from a computer scanner?

    <p>Digital cameras use PMT technology, while computer scanners use basic light sensors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Printers

    • Dot Matrix Printers:
    • Used for printing duplicate copies quickly and cheaply
    • Limited to situations where carbon copies are needed and quality is not important
    • Low printing quality
    • Low purchase cost and running costs
    • Can print fairly quickly
    • Robust and can operate in harsh environments
    • Can produce multiple copies using self-carbonating paper
    • Ink Jet Printers:
    • Popular choice for home and school use
    • Ink cartridges can be expensive, leading to high running costs
    • Relatively inexpensive
    • Produce high-quality black and white or color printing
    • Slow speed compared to laser printers
    • Laser Printers:
    • Commonly used for fast, high-quality printing
    • Non-color laser printers are more expensive than ink-jet printers
    • Color laser printers are more expensive but offer high-quality output
    • Quiet and fast, producing high-quality printouts
    • Low running costs due to long-lasting toner cartridges

    Plotters

    • Devices that draw pictures on paper based on computer commands
    • Different from printers, as they draw lines using a pen
    • Can produce continuous lines, unlike printers which simulate lines with dots
    • Multicolour plotters use different colored pens to draw different colors
    • Often used in science and engineering applications for drawing building plans, printer circuit boards, and machine parts
    • Fast and accurate, but relatively expensive compared to printers
    • Can produce large printouts, up to the size of a small room

    Headphones

    • Provide sound output from the computer
    • Similar to speakers, but worn on the ears, allowing only one person to hear the output
    • Headsets are a combination of speakers and microphone

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    Learn about different types of printers like dot matrix, inkjet, and laser printers. Understand their mechanisms and typical uses in various settings.

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