Week 3 Quiz 3 Intro to Hardware in TM

What term refers to the tangible, physical components of a computer system or electronic device?

• Software

• Hardware

• Network

• Data

Which of the following is an example of a general-purpose hardware device used in a tourism office?

• Barcode scanner

• POS terminal

• Laptop

• Receipt printer

What is the primary function of a server in a tour company's operations?

• Printing travel vouchers

• Storing customer databases and financial records securely

• Processing credit card payments at the front desk

• Providing internet connectivity to staff laptops

Which component of a POS system is responsible for securely storing cash and coins?

• POS Terminal

• Receipt Printer

• Cash Drawer

• Card Reader

What is the main role of a passport scanner in tourism?

• Printing physical receipts

• Speeding up guest check-ins and enhancing data accuracy

• Managing internal staff schedules

• Displaying transaction details to customers

A travel agency is setting up its main office. They need a device to handle printing itineraries, scanning documents, and copying forms from a central location. Which hardware component would be most suitable?

• Portable scanner

• Receipt printer

• Multi-Function Printer (MFP)

• Mobile payment terminal

A tour guide is leading an outdoor adventure tour in a remote area with unpredictable weather conditions. They need a device to access real-time information and potentially record guest feedback. Which type of device would be most appropriate for them to use?

• Standard desktop PC

• Compact thermal printer

• Ruggedized tablet

• Cash drawer

A small, pop-up travel kiosk is being designed for events. The key considerations are portability, minimal setup space, and quick transactions. Which combination of hardware would best meet these needs?

• Desktop PC, network server, multi-function printer

• Ruggedized tablet, passport scanner, headset

• Lightweight tablet, compact thermal printer, mobile payment reader

• High-performance desktop, document scanner, itinerary printer

A hotel front desk is experiencing slow guest check-ins due to manual entry of passport details. Implementing which specialized hardware would most effectively streamline this process and improve efficiency?

• Barcode scanner for gift shop items

• General document scanner for contracts

• Passport scanner

• Receipt printer for restaurant bills

A tourism company is evaluating hardware for its back-office administration team. The team handles large volumes of data, requires secure storage, and performs extensive processing tasks. What should be the primary focus when selecting hardware for this function?

• Portability and battery life

• Speed, reliability, and multi-tasking ability

• Processing power, data security, and large-volume printing/scanning

• Quick setup and wireless connectivity