Unit 4.2 Computer Hardware

What computing device is best for a user who prioritizes customizability but not portability?

• Laptop

• Desktop Computer/Workstation

• Tablet

• Laptop-Tablet Hybrid Device

What computing device is best for a user who prioritizes portability and functionality but not customizability?

• Laptop

• Desktop Computer/Workstation

• Tablet

• Laptop-Tablet Hybrid

What computing device is best for a user who prioritizes a touchscreen interface and portability but not functionality or customizability?

• Laptop

• Desktop Computer/Workstation

• Tablet

• Laptop-Tablet Hybrid

What computing device is best for a user who prioritizes both the use of a keyboard as well as a touchscreen interface?

• Laptop

• Desktop Computer/Workstation

• Tablet

• Laptop-Tablet Hybrid

How can you maximize your ability to synchronize data between devices?

• Use the same operating system between devices

• Connect all devices to the same Wi-Fi network

• Use Bluetooth connectivity to send data

• Create a cloud-based drive to save all your data to

What two things does an IoT Device need to be controlled remotely?

• A microprocessor

• A public IP address

• A network connection

• Physical controls (buttons, switches, etc)

Select the common IoT device(s)

• Home Appliances

• Smart thermostats

• Streaming devices

• Home security devices

What is a network server?

• A dedicated computer connected to a network that runs software intended to process client requests and provide appropriate responses

• A device that manages traffic between networks and provides Internet connection to multiple devices in a household

• A component of a network that links several devices on the same network and allows these devices to communicate with one another.

• A device that connects your home devices to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) through a physical connection

What is the main printed circuit board (PCB) in a computer?

• CPU

• Motherboard

• RAM

• SSD

What is the main communications pathway on the motherboard?

• External Bus

• Internal Bus