#1 Hardware Tools

What is computer hardware?

• The software programs installed on a computer

• The cloud storage for video files

• The physical components of a computer, including monitors and connected devices used in video production

• The applications used for video editing

Which type of computer is most commonly used in editing rooms due to its high capacity and powerful hardware?

• Tablet

• Tower Computer

• Smartphone

• Laptop Computer

Why might a video professional choose a laptop computer?

• It is cheaper than a tower computer

• It has a larger screen than an LCD monitor

• It allows for field production and portability

• It has built-in video editing software

Which technology has largely been replaced by modern monitors?

• LCD Technology

• LED Technology

• CRT Technology

• OLED Technology

What type of microphone is ideal for interviews and attaches discreetly to clothing?

• Lavalier Microphone

• Shotgun Microphone

• Boundary Microphone

• Hand-held Microphone

Why is a windscreen, also known as a "dead cat," used in outdoor recordings?

• To block out background noise

• To protect the microphone from dust

• To reduce wind noise during recording

• To enhance voice clarity indoors

What’s the main difference between a cold shoe and a hot shoe on a camera?

• A hot shoe provides power; a cold shoe does not

• A cold shoe holds larger equipment

• A hot shoe connects to laptops

• A cold shoe rotates

What is the primary purpose of using a green screen?

• To brighten the background

• To stabilize lighting

• To enable background removal and add virtual backgrounds

• To reduce color contrast in shots

What is an XLR cable used for?

• Audio connections

• Video connections

• Power supply

• Data transfer

Which device allows speakers to read from a script while appearing to look directly at the camera?

• Tripod

• Video Monitor

• Teleprompter

• Dolly