W3-7&8MS Technology

What was common for 1980s computer screens?

• Blue text on white screens

• Green text on black screens

• Red text on yellow screens

• White text on green screens

How were commands given to 1980s computers?

• Voice recognition software

• Touchscreen navigation

• Typing keyboard commands

• Wireless gesture controls

Which storage device was common in the 1980s?

• Compact discs (CD-ROMs)

• Flash memory thumb drives

• Floppy disks with low capacity

• External solid-state drives

What was missing from 1980s computers?

• Keyboard input devices

• Graphical user interfaces

• Functioning display screens

• Central processing units

How much did “brick phones” weigh?

• Just over 2 kilograms

• Just over 2 ounces

• Just over 2 pounds

• Just over 2 grams

How long did 1980s mobile batteries last?

• About 30 minutes talk time

• About 3 hours talk time

• About 8 hours talk time

• About 1 full day talk time

What was the main function of 1980s mobile phones?

• Text messaging services

• Streaming online videos

• Making voice phone calls

• Sending email messages

Which 1990s change made computers easier to use?

• High-speed internet access

• Graphical user interfaces

• Solid-state drive storage

• Cloud-based file systems

What device became popular in the 1990s for pointing?

• Optical motion scanner

• Wireless touch sensor

• Standard computer mouse

• Infrared gesture device

Which storage replaced floppy disks in the 1990s?

• Blu-ray data discs

• Magnetic tape drives

• Compact discs (CD-ROMs)

• Portable SSD storage