L2 ICT U2 Computer Hardware Flashcard

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What does the term "hardware" refer to in computing?

Back

Physical devices and components

Front

Which of the following tasks is commonly performed on a personal computer? Operating a manufacturing plant, Browsing the world wide web, Managing a corporate network, Running a space mission

Back

Browsing the world wide web

Front

What is an example of an input device? Options: Monitor, Keyboard, Printer, Speaker

Back

Keyboard

Front

What is the role of peripherals in computing?

Back

To provide input and output functions

Front

What is an added feature of laptops compared to desktop PCs?

Back

Integrated keyboard, monitor & trackpad

Front

Compared to laptops, tablets are generally:

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Smaller and lighter

Front

Tablets provide access to many software applications with:

Back

Reduced features

Front

Reason tablets are considered extremely portable?

Back

They are lightweight

Front

Which feature of tablets allows for direct interaction with the display?

Back

Touchscreen interface

Front

What input device is commonly used with a games console?

Back

Game controller