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WorksheetsR050 - TA5 -Digital Communication Tools
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is an advantage of using audio in digital communications?
It can be easily ignored
It is more accessible to those with hearing impairments
It can simplify a complex topic too much
It can only be heard within a short distance
What is a disadvantage of using collaboration tools?
They can be used without internet
They can be easily ignored
Collaboration cannot take place without an internet connection
They simplify complex topics too much
What is an advantage of using leaflets?
They can be easily ignored
They can target one or more demographic groups
They simplify complex topics too much
They may not be read
What is an advantage of newsletters?
They can be easily ignored
They provide recognition and consistency
They simplify complex topics too much
They require internet connection
What is a disadvantage of social media?
Posts can be uploaded by many people
Negative posts can be seen and shared
They simplify complex topics too much
They require internet connection
What is an advantage of video in digital communications?
It can be easily ignored
It can be uploaded to social media and websites
It simplifies complex topics too much
It requires internet connection
What can word processing software be used for?
Infographics
Calculations
Letters and reports
Data manipulation
What can collaboration tools be used for?
Creating elements for digital communications
Sharing documents
Modelling
Data manipulation
What is an advantage of using infographics?
They can be easily ignored
They explain complex topics simply
They simplify complex topics too much
They require internet connection
What is a disadvantage of reports?
They can be easily ignored
Information may not 'flow', causing confusion
They simplify complex topics too much
They require internet connection
Which device can be classified as a mobile device and is easily moved?
Smart TV
Projected smartboard
Smartphone
Television-style smartboard
What is a disadvantage of using email as a distribution channel?
All users in a group will receive the message
Communications can be sent with attachments
Can go into junk/spam folder so may not be seen
Files are stored off-site
What is an advantage of using Bluetooth for connectivity?
Increased bandwidth for all users
No cables are needed so paired devices can be moved
Possible less coverage
Devices need to remain connected via a cable
What is a disadvantage of using Wi-Fi for connectivity?
Increased mobility as devices can be moved
The more devices connected, the slower the data transfer
Lack of interference from walls and doors
Devices cannot be moved as they need to remain connected via a cable
Which device uses the same technology as a smart TV and is connected to the internet?
Smartphone
Television-style smartboard
Projected smartboard
Laptop
What is an advantage of using messaging as a distribution channel?
This service needs to be monitored
All users in a group will receive the message
Can go into junk/spam folder
Must have internet access to download stored files
What is a disadvantage of using VoIP as a distribution channel?
Features such as call forwarding can be used
May have lag or distortion if the connection degrades
Communications can be uploaded and kept for access
Can include a range of elements such as text, graphics, and sound
What is an advantage of using multimedia as a distribution channel?
The message can be lost if too many elements are used
Can include a range of elements such as text, graphics, and sound
Apps need to be constantly monitored
Some indication of where the communication is located needs to be provided
Which device is used for tasks such as creating and editing digital content?
Smartphone
PC
Smart TV
Projected smartboard
What is a disadvantage of using cloud storage?
Files are stored off-site
Must have internet access to download stored files
Communications can be sent with attachments
All users in a group will receive the message
