ICT
Unit-1 Digital Devices
1) What is mainframe computer?
Ans. A mainframe, computer has huge processing power and data
storage capabilities. It is built to handle enormous amount of data and
carry out complex calculations. It is used to carry out complex
calculations. Il is used to carry out critical task for
Large organization. Such as i) Finance ii) Health iii) Government.
2)What is microprocessor?
Ans. A microprocessor is an integrated circuit (IC) that contains a central
processing Unit (CPU). A microprocessor. Is embedded into devices to
help them carry out tasks. The microprocessor is responsible for
executing instruction. Microprocessors are used in home to monitor and
control devices such as i) Central Heating system ii) Home, entertainment
system iii) Security Alarm system
3)What is a desktop computer?
Ans. A desktop computer is a computer that Is designed to stay in one
place, for example on a desk. A desktop computer traditionally consists of
a separate” monitor keyboard, mouse etc.
-Desktop are typically more powerful than mobile
-Desktop are upgrable, the parts can be replaced to increase performance
4)List some use of desktop computer?
Ans.-Office and business (word processing) Email, Data storage of Backup
video/Image
-Editing, Blog. Project managements, video conferencing.
-Education (online research content creation, Multimedia, Presentation,
online, Communication)
-Gaming and entertainment (online Gaming, streaming, social media,
online Browsing)
5)What is Laptop?
Ans. – A Laptop is a computer that is designed to be portable.
-A Laptop has built in-monitor” keyboard, trackpad, touch screen
etc.
-Laptop Components and are not easily upgrade, as they are
integrated for size and efficiency.
6)Advantage of using Laptop
Ans. -Easy to carry, use on the go. (Portability)
-Access to the internet and resources anywhere. (Flexibility)
-It can be use in for various tasks and activities (Multi-functionality.
7)Disadvantage of using Laptop.
Ans. -Limited expandability (Difficult to Upgrade hardware)
-Less powerful (lower performance compared to desktop computer)
-Shorter Battery life (Need’s more frequent charging)
8)What is a mobile phone?
Ans. -A mobile phone is an ultra-portable electronic device designed to be
fit in a pocket and be Light-weight.
-Mobile phone are used to transmit information between people and
devices using radios.
-Example of mobile phones are- specialist, smartphones
9)Smartphone and its features
Ans.-A smart phone is a versatile general purpose device
-Smartphone uses subscriber Identify Module (SIM) cards to link the
device to a network carrier, allowing them to make phone calls and send
messages
Smartphones Include feature such as-
Features Description
SMS -Quick communication
-Messages can be stored on the device and can
be read out any-time.
-Use virtual keyboards and predictive text
Phone -Simple voice communication
calls - Required cellular reception
- Audio and visual communication Via internet
Voice - Require cellular reception to at access on the
over move.
Internet -Can make and receive cell Via smartphone,
protocol table and computers.
- Require a forward facing Camera for video
calls.
Accessing -Requires cellular reception to access on the
the move.
Internet -Web page is optimized for smartphone access.
Automatically uses Wi-Fi when in range of
connected.
Using NFC
Mobile
Payment
Camera Smartphone have built Canvas for video calls.
-The Camera can acts as a barcode scanner
for QR codes.
10. specialist Phone.
-A specialist phone is designed for a Particular group of uses or
environment
-They prioritize specific features general purpose uses.
For example-
Example Special feature
Senio -larger Buttons
r -Easy to read display
Phones -Simplified User Interface
-Emergency a lot button
-Hearing and compatibility
Children - Brightly coloured
phone - -child friendly Interface.
- Limited app access.
- Parental control
Rugged - Designed for tough environment.
phone - Thick screen.
- Rugged outer casing.
- But Built to with stand water, submission,
dust etc.
11)Tablet device
Ans. A tablet device is general purpose device that sits between a
Laptop of a smart phone
12. Comparison between smartphone of Tablet.
Feature Smartphone Tablet
Size Ultra-durable
designed to fit in a Portable but
pocket. large screen
meaning,requir
es a bag
Focus Communication, Entertainment
Camera. and
productivity.
Power and Carry out every day More powerful
performan task but may lack than a
ce power for smartphone
demanding task or but less
app. powerful than
a laptop more
Processing
power
Battery Remain charging Typically,
Life often because of longer battery
the battery size. Life depending
on usage
13)
Device Description Feature
Cambers of Use light sensors to High quality lens
camcorders capture images Allows light to pass
Formed by light without deflection.
Passed through lens
Image Procession
Compensate for
poor-lighting
Sensor capture
details more pixels
are produced
Game Specialized Pc for Powerful processor
Console playing video games of graphics for high
quality Smooth
gameplay.
online capability
Controllers for
interactivity
Home Hub for Connecting Connect Tvs,
entertainm video device speakers. Of mobile
ent system players
The receiver
processors audio
and video signal.
Can provide great
experiences.
Media A device for Connects to Tvs
Players multimedia/Play back. speaks for playback
Plays different
media sucks as Blu-
ray, DVD
Portable media
players for on the
go.
14)Multifunction of devices- A multifunctional device designed to carry out
wide range of Tasks. It combines features that would Usually be separate.
Example:
i)Smartphones-Communication, Photography gaming, media,
playback/streaming web browsing all in one device.
ii)Printers-Printing, copying and scanning in one device.
15) convergence – It l is the merging of technology that would usually be
separated. It has led to the rise of smartphones.
16) Common feature of digital devices are: -
i) Portability ii) Performance iii) connectivity iv) Expansion V) Security. (vi)
Media support vii) Energy consumption (viii) storage
17) User Interface: the system that people use to interact with a computer to
give commands, to see the result of these computer etc. is known as user
interface There are three kinds of interface –I) Command line interface
II)Menu driven interface
III)Graphical User interface
18)Command line interface
Ans. Many years ago when the computers were not very powerful they could
not display colourful graphics. The only interface available to most computer
users was the “command Line”. The User would see nothing but a block
screen. They would have to type a command to make anything happen, it
may be is every difficult to use as the user needs to know the exact
instruction to type in. It is also a lot time-consuming as users might need to
search for Instruction Commands
19.Menu driven Interface- In this interface the user can choose any option
from the menu available to typing in the number next to the menu option of
pressing enter. A menu driven interface can be easier to use as the users do
not need to remember any commands.
