2 Quiz on Portable Devices

How do notebooks and other portable devices differ from desktop systems?

• Portable devices are heavier and consume more power.

• Portable devices are built to be light and easy to carry, use battery power, and are engineered for mobility.

• Portable devices have less computing power and cannot run similar software as desktop systems.

• Portable devices are not designed for mobility and are difficult to carry.

Answer explanation

Portable devices are built to be light and easy to carry, use battery power, and are engineered for mobility.

What is a tablet PC?

• A phone that includes many other functions and supports applications.

• A special version of a notebook that uses an internet browser as the operating system.

• A notebook that includes a touch screen to allow input by tapping the screen, dragging objects, or writing on the screen.

• A portable device that cannot run special versions of the operating system.

Answer explanation

A tablet PC is a notebook that includes a touch screen to allow input by tapping the screen, dragging objects, or writing on the screen.

What is a smart phone?

• A phone that includes many other functions and supports applications.

• A notebook that includes a touch screen to allow input by tapping the screen.

• A special version of a notebook that uses an internet browser as the operating system.

• A portable device that is not engineered for mobility.

Answer explanation

A smart phone is a phone that includes many other functions and supports applications, making it a versatile device beyond just calling and texting.

What is a chromebook?

• A notebook that includes a touch screen to allow input by tapping the screen.

• A phone that includes many other functions and supports applications.

• A special version of a notebook computer that uses an internet browser as the operating system.

• A portable device that uses battery power and is not designed for mobility.

Answer explanation

A chromebook is a special version of a notebook computer that uses an internet browser as the operating system.

Which of the following is NOT a classification for portable devices mentioned in the text?

• Laptops and notebooks

• Tablet PCs

• Smart phones

• Desktop replacements

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Desktop replacements' because it is NOT a classification for portable devices mentioned in the text.

What is one of the reasons laptop processors have lower power consumption requirements compared to desktop processors?

• They produce more heat.

• They have a larger heat sink and fan combination.

• They produce less heat.

• They use a higher bus speed when running from battery power.

Answer explanation

Laptop processors have lower power consumption requirements because they produce less heat compared to desktop processors.

How can many mobile processors conserve energy?

• By increasing the processor speed.

• By using a larger heat sink and fan combination.

• By turning off extra cores or reducing the processor speed.

• By increasing power consumption.

Answer explanation

To conserve energy, many mobile processors turn off extra cores or reduce the processor speed, which helps in reducing power consumption.

What type of memory do laptops use?

• SIMM and DIMM packages with SDRAM.

• SODIMM and UniDIMM packages with SDRAM and DDR/DDR2/DDR3/DDR4 memory.

• Only DDR4 memory.

• Only MicroDIMMs.

Answer explanation

Laptops use SODIMM and UniDIMM packages with SDRAM and DDR/DDR2/DDR3/DDR4 memory, making the second answer choice the correct one.

What should you ensure when replacing notebook memory?

• That the memory is compatible with desktop computers.

• That the size, speed, and type of modules are supported by the system.

• That you only use MicroDIMMs.

• That you decrease the base amount of memory.

Answer explanation

Ensure that the size, speed, and type of modules are supported by the system to ensure compatibility when replacing notebook memory.

What is often smaller and closer together on notebook keyboards compared to standard keyboards?

• The touchpad

• The keys

• The pointing stick

• The USB ports

Answer explanation

The keys on notebook keyboards are often smaller and closer together compared to standard keyboards.