Input and output devices

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Input devices
Explain how barcodes are used
the white in it reflects light and the black does not meaning
Answer here the device can map what the barcod looks like
Explain the difference between 1D and 2D barcodes

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2D barcodes can hold significantly more data than 1D as there are more
parameters by which the barcode can hold data
Explain the differences between the different types of scanners that can be used with bar codes
pen scanners are used by running them along the barcode which is more intricated and time consuming but
Answer here better for larger obj
ects as there hard to scan using a till scanner which uses a complicated mirror arrangement
to make it easier for the barcode to be picked up from different angles
Explain how the sensor in a digital camera is able to record images
each camera sensor has red green and blue filters which are used to messure the amount ofthese colors
Answer here reflected back into it, this allows the pixel to interpret the true colour ofthe obj
ect and display it

Explain how phones can make use of a digital camera to allow for face unlocking
because the phone camera can record and save the values it gets when it scans someones face meaning it can
Answer here check ifthere the same a second time (within a margin)to determine ifits the user or not

Explain how the RFID tags used to microchip pets work

the chip itselfdoesnt have a power source, however when a device that emits wireless signals moves close
Answer here
enough to the chip this will give the chip enough power to send back a signal
Explain how this differs from the way RFID tags work on the Dartford crossing

Answer here these tags need more power to work meaning wireless signals wont give this chip enough
power to return a signal, something like a battery would be neccessery
EXAM STYLE QUESTIONS

Describe 3 different input devices that are used by the police for crime detection and prevention
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1. radios which allow police to communicate from a distance (input/output)2. digital cameras as they
ward offcriminals and can provide evidence for investigations 3. DNA recognition to record criminals
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Describe 3 different input devices that could be used at a self service checkout, including how they
1. a till barcode scanner as it could be used the receive a barcode which when scanned tells the machine
are used [6] the corisponding item 2. a digital camera for CCTV to increase safety and record any suspicious behaviour
3. card reader for the customers so that there identity could be recorded and they could be remembered for
Answer here the next time they come and shop there
weighing scales/keypad to input PIN/optical scanner to accept currency notes
Output devices
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of LCD and LED screens
LCD screens are increadibily thick and over heat easily, they also
Answer here consume far more power than LED they also require a light behind them
to work. LED screens are brighter and provide a better picture quality.
Explain how a laser printer works
the printer will convert the image to a bitmap, it will then add positive charge
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to a negatively charged roller in specific places using a laser. then the
Describe the other types of printers available

Answer here inkj

et for higher quality and matrix for carbon copies

Describe the benefits of using digital projectors in schools

Answer here its less expensive than a real screen, it cant be broken as easily and is more portable, it can be bigger
than a regular screen meaning everyone can see.
 Explain the role speakers play in accessibility for people with visual impairments
people with visual impairments rely more on there hearing meaning speakers play a very large part in accessibility
Answer here for them, they need it to be able to understand what everyone else is watching therefore speakers are needed for
them
Complete the exam style questions from the end of chapter 5 in the text.

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a)a mouse and keyboard in order for the student to be able to use the system input(able to effect the software itselfthat is received
externally)
a2)the screen as otherwise they wouldn' t be able to see the software there using output(data/info used by the software or device
which is used to ouptut something to the user)
b)by using the combination ofpixels on the screen and a range ofdifferent values ofred blue green
b2)by using the input from the keyboard and mouse
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a) a matrix printer as it can print carbon copies and is suitable for invoices
b) a laser printer as it can print the best in bulk and the flyers dont have to be high quality
c)inkjet printer as its quality higher than the other two
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an organic LED screen as its light weight meaning its suitable for the plane, its flexible meaning less likely to break under stress and its
far superior to LCD screens because the screen is thinner and it has a low power consumption.