Technical Terms - Hardware (A-Z) - Dongle

What is a dongle?

• A small device that plugs into a computer

• A security key

• A type of adapter

• A wireless router

What is the purpose of security dongles?

• To provide wireless capabilities

• To connect to a cellular carrier

• To prevent software piracy

• To expand laptop storage

How do security dongles work with software applications?

• They need to be connected to a wireless network

• They must be plugged in to run the software

• They are used for laptop expansion

• They are not required for software usage

What type of dongle is used to provide different types of wired connections to a laptop?

• Thunderbolt dongle

• 3G dongle

• Ethernet dongle

• USB Wi-Fi adapter

What is the main function of modern Ethernet dongles?

• To expand laptop storage

• To connect to a USB or Thunderbolt port

• To prevent software piracy

• To provide cellular data connection

What do USB Wi-Fi adapters provide?

• Expansion slots

• Wireless capabilities

• Wired connections

• Security keys

What is the purpose of cellular data adapters like 3G and 4G dongles?

• To connect to a USB port

• To provide wired connections

• To prevent software piracy

• To connect to the Internet via a cellular carrier

What happens if the correct dongle is not detected when opening a software program?

• The dongle will automatically connect to Wi-Fi

• The software will run without any issues

• The application will produce an error message

• The dongle will expand laptop storage

What type of dongle was required for laptops with PCMCIA ports that lacked an Ethernet jack?

• Ethernet dongle

• 3G dongle

• USB Wi-Fi adapter

• Thunderbolt dongle

What is the main advantage of using a dongle to connect to the Internet via a cellular carrier?

• Faster Wi-Fi speeds

• Ability to connect even when Wi-Fi is not available

• More secure connection

• No need for a dongle