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What is the primary function of the Central Processing Unit (CPU) in a computer system?
What is the primary function of the Central Processing Unit (CPU) in a computer system?
Which of the following is a limitation of computers highlighted in the text?
Which of the following is a limitation of computers highlighted in the text?
What is one significant challenge related to computer systems discussed in the text?
What is one significant challenge related to computer systems discussed in the text?
Which component of a computer system provides temporary storage for data and instructions currently in use by the CPU?
Which component of a computer system provides temporary storage for data and instructions currently in use by the CPU?
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What contributes to environmental challenges related to computer systems?
What contributes to environmental challenges related to computer systems?
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What is a common vulnerability faced by computers according to the text?
What is a common vulnerability faced by computers according to the text?
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What is firmware?
What is firmware?
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How is liveware defined in the text?
How is liveware defined in the text?
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What does software refer to in a computer system?
What does software refer to in a computer system?
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Which component is responsible for controlling the operation of specific hardware components?
Which component is responsible for controlling the operation of specific hardware components?
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What characteristic of computers minimizes errors associated with human intervention?
What characteristic of computers minimizes errors associated with human intervention?
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Which term categorizes the physical components of a computer system?
Which term categorizes the physical components of a computer system?
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What is the primary purpose of chorded keyboards?
What is the primary purpose of chorded keyboards?
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Which of the following devices is primarily used for visually impaired users to type in Braille?
Which of the following devices is primarily used for visually impaired users to type in Braille?
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What is the commonality among devices like Mouse, Trackball, Joystick, and Wii Remote?
What is the commonality among devices like Mouse, Trackball, Joystick, and Wii Remote?
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Which type of device is designed to capture audio and visual data for processing by a computer?
Which type of device is designed to capture audio and visual data for processing by a computer?
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What is the primary function of pointing devices in a computer system?
What is the primary function of pointing devices in a computer system?
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Which specialized keyboard design aims to reduce strain during typing by featuring a more natural hand placement?
Which specialized keyboard design aims to reduce strain during typing by featuring a more natural hand placement?
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What type of card readers are designed to read cards embedded with a smart chip?
What type of card readers are designed to read cards embedded with a smart chip?
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Which type of card readers use radio waves to read data from RFID tags?
Which type of card readers use radio waves to read data from RFID tags?
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Which device is NOT commonly used for processing credit and debit card transactions?
Which device is NOT commonly used for processing credit and debit card transactions?
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In what applications are magnetic stripe readers widely used?
In what applications are magnetic stripe readers widely used?
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What type of scan do RFID readers often perform without requiring physical contact with the card?
What type of scan do RFID readers often perform without requiring physical contact with the card?
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Which of the following devices is NOT typically included in a list of input card reader devices?
Which of the following devices is NOT typically included in a list of input card reader devices?
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Which type of card reader requires the card to be inserted into the reader?
Which type of card reader requires the card to be inserted into the reader?
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What is the primary function of barcode scanners?
What is the primary function of barcode scanners?
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What is a common application of smart cards?
What is a common application of smart cards?
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Which type of cards are commonly read using memory card readers?
Which type of cards are commonly read using memory card readers?
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What additional security feature do some biometric card readers incorporate?
What additional security feature do some biometric card readers incorporate?
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What type of input do input sensors detect and respond to?
What type of input do input sensors detect and respond to?
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Study Notes
Input Devices
- There are various types of input devices used in multimedia systems, video conferencing, content creation, and digital communication.
- Examples of input devices include:
- Microphone
- Webcam
- Digital Camera
- Camcorder
- Video Capture Card
- Document Camera
- Digital Scanner
- Voice Recorder
- VR Headsets with Cameras
- Barcode Scanner
Input Card Readers
- Input card readers are devices used to read data from a card-shaped storage medium.
- Examples of input card readers include:
- Magnetic Stripe Readers
- Chip Card Readers (EMV Readers)
- RFID (Radio-Frequency Identification) Readers
- Barcode Scanners
- Smart Card Readers
- Memory Card Readers
- Biometric Card Readers
Input Sensor Devices
- Input sensors are devices that detect and respond to some type of input from the physical environment.
- Examples of input sensors include:
- Light sensors
- Heat sensors
- Motion sensors
- Moisture sensors
- Pressure sensors
Other Input Devices
- Keyboards are peripheral devices that use an arrangement of buttons or keys to act as mechanical levers or electronic switches.
- Examples of specialized keyboards include:
- Chorded Keyboards
- Braille Keyboards
- Smart Pens are used for writing or drawing.
- Video Input Devices, Audio Input Devices, Biometric Input Devices, and Ergonomic Keyboards are also used for input.
Pointing Input Devices
- Pointing devices are hardware devices that allow the user to control the movement of a cursor or pointer on a computer screen.
- Examples of pointing devices include:
- Mouse
- Trackball
- Joystick
- Pointing stick
- Wii Remote
- Finger tracking
- Graphics tablet
- Stylus
Audio-Visual Input Devices
- Audio-visual input devices are peripherals that capture audio and visual data and send it to a computer for processing, storage, or transmission.
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Description
Learn about the different types of software such as firmware and liveware, and their roles in a computer system. Explore how firmware is embedded in hardware components and how liveware refers to the human aspect of a computer system.
