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Interfaces and Types of Computers

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 13mins

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Class
Date
1.

Which statement best describes a dialogue-based interface?

a)

Users speak commands to perform tasks

b)

Users draw symbols to trigger actions

c)

Users type code to control programs

d)

Users touch icons to open applications

2.

A key advantage of a dialogue-based interface is that it can be useful for people with disabilities. Which feature mainly enables this?

a)

Haptic feedback guides finger positions

b)

Large icons reduce eye strain significantly

c)

Predictive text speeds up keyboard entry

d)

Voice recognition allows hands‑free control

3.

Which is a common disadvantage of dialogue-based interfaces in noisy environments?

a)

Touchscreens may cause finger fatigue

b)

Keyboards may suffer slow response

c)

Gestures may be misread at a distance

d)

Commands may need repeating often

4.

Which statement best describes a gesture-based interface?

a)

Mouse selects on‑screen menu items

b)

Microphone records spoken sentences

c)

Keyboard shortcuts activate functions

d)

Camera detects body or hand movements

5.

Which is a limitation of gesture-based interfaces related to sensor range?

a)

They demand full‑body suits for input

b)

They work only near the camera sensor

c)

They require high‑quality studio lighting

d)

They cannot track motion in 3D space

6.

Which advantage is most associated with gesture-based interfaces for operators?

a)

Unlimited gestures recognized instantly

b)

Low error rates in crowded classrooms

c)

Very natural interaction for the operator

d)

High privacy with encrypted movements

7.

Which of the following best describes a mobile computer?

a)

A computer fixed in one location

b)

A computer that uses mains electricity only

c)

A portable computer that can be used in different locations

d)

A computer without an operating system

8.

Which component combination most identifies a desktop computer?

a)

Handheld screen with virtual keyboard only

b)

Foldable screen with built‑in battery pack

c)

All‑in‑one screen with integrated touch panel

d)

Separate monitor, keyboard, mouse, system unit

9.

Which is an advantage of desktop computers over laptops?

a)

Lower power consumption

b)

Easier to steal

c)

Better upgrade options

d)

Built-in battery

10.

Why are desktop computers often easier to upgrade than laptops?

a)

Spare parts and connections are standardised

b)

They run on battery power for longer hours

c)

They use fewer components than laptops

d)

They are lighter and simpler to transport

11.

Which reason best explains lower power concerns for desktops compared to laptops?

a)

They rely on sleep mode most of the time

b)

They use ultra‑low‑voltage processors only

c)

They have smaller screens and cases

d)

They plug into wall sockets continuously

12.

Which factor can make desktop internet access more stable than laptops?

a)

Wired connections often provide fixed speeds

b)

Laptops throttle network during charging

c)

Mobile hotspots are bundled by default

d)

Desktops always include dual Wi‑Fi cards

13.

Which is a common disadvantage of desktop computers compared to laptops?

a)

Poor portability due to separate components

b)

Incompatibility with external displays

c)

Higher theft risk when travelling often

d)

Lower performance because of small cases

14.

Which task is a main use of desktop computers in offices?

a)

Car navigation and route planning

b)

High‑mobility field data collection

c)

Drone flight and aerial mapping

d)

Word processing and spreadsheet work

15.

Which is the most accurate comparison between desktops and laptops?

a)

Desktops consume more battery than laptops

b)

Laptops always allow more internal expansion

c)

Desktops often have better specification for price

d)

Laptops are usually simpler to cable and wire

16.

Which is NOT a category of mobile computers listed with desktops?

a)

Smartphones with cellular connectivity

b)

Phablets combining phone and tablet

c)

Tablets with touch interfaces

d)

Mainframe towers with hot‑swap drives

17.

When copying files to work elsewhere, what limitation of desktops is highlighted even with cloud storage available?

a)

Home networks block all remote transfers

b)

USB memory sticks cannot connect to desktops

c)

Sensitive data may still not suit cloud use

d)

Desktops cannot read external hard drives

18.

Which task is a main use of laptop computers?

a)

Industrial automation

b)

Office and business work

c)

Traffic control

d)

Weather forecast

19.

Which statement best defines a smartphone?

a)

A phone used only for calls and texts

b)

A phone without internet access

c)

A phone with an operating system that runs apps

d)

A tablet with no camera

20.

Which of the following is a typical smartphone feature?

a)

Mechanical keyboard

b)

Optical disc drive

c)

Touch screen display

d)

Wired-only internet connection

21.

Which is a disadvantage of smartphones?

a)

use of Wi-fi

b)

Small screen size

c)

Touch screen interface

d)

Portability

22.

Which network is commonly used by smartphones when Wi-Fi is unavailable?

a)

LAN

b)

Bluetooth

c)

3G/4G/5G

d)

Ethernet

23.

Which is an advantage of tablets compared to laptops?

a)

Physical keyboard

b)

Instant start-up time

c)

Larger storage capacity

d)

More ports

24.

Which device is least suitable for frequent drag-and-drop file transfers?

a)

Laptop

b)

Desktop

c)

Tablet

25.

What is artificial intelligence (AI)?

a)

A type of computer hardware

b)

Software that performs tasks requiring human intelligence

c)

A faster processor

d)

A data storage method