WorksheetsAlsager - BTEC IT - Topic A - hardware
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 30mins
What is a digital device?
A device that uses analogue data such as sound waves.
A device that uses digital data such as 1s and 0s.
A device that can only capture and collect data.
A device that is used for entertainment purposes only.
Which of the following is NOT a function and use of digital devices?
Education and training
Creative
Retail
Manual data processing
What type of software is characterized by its open source and proprietary types?
Utility software
Application software
Operating systems
Networking software
Which of the following factors affects the choice of digital technology?
User experience
Specifications
Compatibility
All of the above
What is an example of analogue data?
Binary numbers
Sound waves
Digital signals
Pixels
What are multifunctional devices known for?
Performing a single function
Performing multiple functions like inputting and outputting data
Only outputting data
Only inputting data
Which of the following is a characteristic of personal computers?
Large and expensive
No built-in battery
Small and inexpensive
Not portable
What is the primary purpose of mobile devices?
To provide services to other computers
To play video games
To give people computer/internet access on the go
To watch TV/Films
What is the role of servers in a network?
To play video games
To watch TV/Films
To provide services to other computers connected to a network
To provide portability for smartphones/tablets
What does a mail server provide?
Access to video games
Services for watching TV/Films
Access to email services for all users on the network
Portability for mobile devices
What are entertainment systems used for?
Providing services to other computers
Watching TV/Films and playing video games
Inputting and outputting data
Email services
What is a distinctive feature of game consoles?
They are primarily used for email services
They have powerful graphics processors for playing video games
They are used for portability
They provide services to other computers
What is the primary function of digital cameras as described in the document?
To play digital media
To capture images and videos digitally
To store analog data
To transmit data over a network
What do navigation systems use to provide directions to a given destination when driving?
Radio signals
GPS (Global Positioning Satellite) data
Internet connectivity
Manual input from the user
Which of the following is an example of a traditional analogue communication device?
Router
WIFI dongle
Fax
RFID reader
What is the purpose of data capture and collection systems?
To repair digital devices
To facilitate direct data entry
To automate the data input process
To convert digital data into analog signals
Which device reads data stored on a smartcard by being in close proximity to the card?
Barcode scanner
Optical mark reader
EPOS
RFID reader
Why are digital devices considered very important in our lives?
They only enhance social lives.
They make work more efficient and enhance social lives.
They always have the opposite effect on efficiency.
They are not important in our lives.
What is one negative effect that digital devices can sometimes have?
They can make e-learning less interactive.
They can make work less efficient.
They can prevent access to learning materials.
They can reduce retail business sales.
How does e-learning benefit from digital devices?
It allows for recording sales.
It becomes a less interactive experience.
It becomes a fully interactive experience.
It prevents communication with tutors.
What is the use of EPOS systems in retail businesses?
To prevent access to learning materials.
To make e-learning less interactive.
To record sales, update stock databases, and identify customer preferences.
To communicate with tutors electronically.
Which of the following is an example of using IT in education and training?
Playing video games.
Distance learning degrees.
Stock checking.
Designing logos.
What is an example of personal use of IT?
Video conferencing.
Operating home systems.
Managing accounts and payroll systems.
Recording sales.
Which of the following is a social use of IT?
Online shopping.
Social networking.
Computer aided design.
Manufacturing and constructing.
Identify an organisational use of IT from the options below.
Watching digital TV.
Producing 3D graphics for games and movies.
Managing accounts and payroll systems.
VOIP calls.
Which of the following is considered a creative use of IT?
Internet banking.
Editing Photos.
Distance learning degrees.
Recording sales.
What IT activity could be categorized under retail?
Designing logos.
Stock checking.
Instant messaging.
Online e-learning courses.
What is the function of a keyboard as an input device?
Converts analogue signals into digital signals
Produces a hard copy of a digital document
Made up of keys to input alphanumeric characters/symbols
Takes and inputs readings from the physical environment
Which device is used to select items on the screen?
Scanner
Mouse
Microphone
Sensor
What is the purpose of a scanner?
Outputs an image onto a wall/screen
Converts hard copy text/images into a digital format
Controls the computer by using a stylus
Amplifies analogue signals sent from the sound card
What is a webcam primarily used for?
Inputting video/still images directly into a computer
Drawing vector graphics
Listening to music
Navigating a user interface
How does a microphone function as an input device?
Inputs analogue signals into electrical signals to the sound card
Controls the computer with a stylus
Outputs an image to a wall/screen
Produces a hard copy of a digital document
What type of data does a sensor input device typically read?
Alphanumeric characters/symbols
Sound signals
Physical environment readings
Digital images
What is the main use of a plotter as an output device?
Amplifying analogue signals for listening to music
Drawing to a very high quality on very large paper
Navigating the user interface
Receiving GPS location data
Which output device would you use to get a hard copy of a digital document?
Monitor
Projector
Printer
Headphones
What is the function of a GPS (Global Positioning Satellite) receiver in navigation systems?
To amplify analogue signals from the sound card
To input video/still images into a computer
To locate the user's position on a digital map and provide directions
To convert hard copy text/images into a digital format
What is the purpose of peripheral devices as mentioned in the document?
To perform general computing tasks
To perform specialist functions
To replace the central processing unit
To store large amounts of data
Which device is described as an alternative to a mouse for people with disabilities?
Touch Screen
Braille Embosser
Trackball
Eye Motion Scanners
What is the function of a Braille Embosser?
Which of the following is an example of an automatic process/device?
Keying client details into a database.
Marking exam scripts.
Biometric readers.
Entering survey responses from a form.
What is the role of smart meters as described in the document?
What is the primary use of Hard Disk Drives (HDDs)?
For portable gaming devices
For large data backups
As primary internal storage device
To enhance compatibility with various standards
Which of the following is a characteristic of Solid State Drives (SSDs)?
They have moving parts that can be damaged
They have a finite number of writes
They are slower than HDDs at loading data
They offer very fast data read/write speeds
SD Cards are commonly used in which devices?
Smartphones and digital cameras
Laptops and desktop computers
Portable gaming devices
Devices for large data backups
What is a disadvantage of USB Memory Sticks compared to SSDs/HDDs?
They are more portable
They are compatible with most computer systems
They have a lower storage capacity
They have an infinite number of writes
Optical Disks are typically used for storing what type of data?
Software, music, and movies
Large data backups
Portable gaming data
Smartphone and digital camera data
What is the main purpose of Magnetic Tape in storage?
To store data in smartphones
To provide enhanced portability
To back up large amounts of data
To connect to the USB port
What is one of the advantages of the storage type being described?
It has a very small storage capacity.
It is very expensive on a per byte basis.
It has a very large storage capacity.
Data is accessed quickly.
What is a disadvantage of the storage type being described?
It is very cheap on a per byte basis.
It requires specialist equipment for recording and reading data.
It has a very large storage capacity.
Data is accessed in parallel, which is very fast.
How is data accessed with this storage type?
Data is accessed randomly which is very fast.
Data is accessed in parallel, which increases speed.
Data is accessed serially which is very slow.
Data is accessed via an internal cache.
