Understanding the Nub on ThinkPads

Understanding the Nub on ThinkPads

Assessment

Interactive Video

Computers

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Brown

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary reason the nub was introduced on ThinkPads?

To enhance the laptop's aesthetic

To provide a gaming experience

To save time for business users

To replace the keyboard

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common issue users face when using the nub?

It consumes a lot of battery

It is too large for most keyboards

It often suffers from drift

It requires frequent cleaning

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did users prefer the nub over the trackball in early ThinkPad models?

The nub was more efficient for cursor movement

The trackball was more expensive

The trackball required additional software

The nub was more colorful

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a reason some users still prefer the nub over a touchpad?

It is more compatible with gaming

It is easier to clean

It is faster for text editing tasks

It is more visually appealing

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has Lenovo shown the symbolic importance of the nub in its branding?

By naming a laptop series after it

By offering it in multiple colors

By making it the main feature of their advertisements

By using it as a dot in the ThinkPad logo