Computing Fundamentals

Input, Output, and Processing

Quiz 2

  1. A(n) ______is a device that allows one computer to talk to another.
  1. The ______is the most commonly used input device for entering text and numbers into a computer.
  1. Desktop computers typically use a(n) ______as their display device.
  1. What is output?
  1. ______are devices that can change images into codes for input to the computer.
  1. What is biometrics?
  1. A(n) ______printer is a small, battery-powered printer, primarily used to print from a notebook computer.
  1. The field of ______is defined as the study, design, and use of robot systems for manufacturing.
  1. A(n) ______is an interface to which a peripheral device attaches to or communicates with the system unit or other peripheral devices.
  1. What is plug and play?
  1. True or False? The higher the CPU generation, the faster and better the processing speed.
  1. True or False? To improve computer performance dramatically, increase the amount of RAM on your computer.

1)How do laser printers differ from inkjet printers? What type of printer do you own? When selecting the printer, which was most important—speed, print quality, or price?

2)Write a brief paragraph describing what type of keyboard you have. List any special features or keys and describe their function. Do you like your keyboard? Why or why not?

3)How does biometric technology work? Why does the wide-spread adoption of biometric systems concern privacy and civil liberties advocates?

1)What types of output devices are available for the physically challenged? How does each one work?

4)Search your computer’s help system to learn more about the accessibility features, programs, and settings available to make the computer easier and more comfortable to use. Experiment with at least two.

5)Examine your computer for ports. How many USB ports do you have? Do you have a FireWire port? Do you have any special-purpose ports? If so, learn more about their purpose.

6)What processing speed does your computer have? How much RAM? What size hard disk? Are you satisfied with the speed and performance of your computer? If not, what steps would you take to improve it?