Input Devices and Software Systems Quiz

(Input Devices) Which of the following pairs lists two input devices a bookshop could use?

• Monitor and Printer

• Keyboard and Mouse

• Scanner and Speaker

• Projector and Microphone

(Input Devices) A bookshop uses a barcode reader. What type of input device is this?

• Keyboard

• Mouse

• Scanner

• Touch Screen

(Automated Stock Control) What is a key benefit of using an automated stock control system for book sales?

• Increased risk of human error

• More accurate stock data due to reduced human error

• Increased costs due to overstocking

• Slower order times because of automation

(Automated Stock Control) How does an automated stock control system improve efficiency?

• By delaying stock updates

• By increasing the need for manual labor

• By providing real-time stock data

• By making stock levels less accurate

(Off-the-Shelf Software Benefits) Which of the following is a benefit of using off-the-shelf application software?

• Convenience because the software has already been developed

• Full customisation of software to meet needs

• Higher costs compared to custom software

• Limited availability and slower updates

(Off-the-Shelf Software Benefits) Why is off-the-shelf software considered reliable?

• It is always created to the highest standards

• It is already in widespread use and has been tried and tested

• It is only used in a small number of business applications

• It is always free from bugs and issues

(Off-the-Shelf Software Drawbacks) What is a common drawback of using off-the-shelf applications software?

• Complete control over software development

• Additional costs due to licenses and upgrades

• Easy access to source code

• Guaranteed compatibility with all devices

(Off-the-Shelf Software Drawbacks) What is meant by "limited customisation" of off-the-shelf software?

• It can be easily modified by users

• It is only available in certain regions

• It cannot be modified to meet specific needs

• It is always compatible with all systems

(User Interfaces) Which user interface is generally considered the easiest for inexperienced users?

• Command line interface

• Menu-based interface

• Graphical user interface

• Voice-controlled interface

(User Interfaces) Which user interface requires users to type commands?

• Graphical User Interface

• Menu Based Interface

• Command Line Interface

• Touch Screen Interface