Digital Devices Flashcards
Mainframes
Used by large organisations for complex processing tasks
Microprocessors
- The device that controls what a computer does; it takes data as input, does something with it and provides output
- Embedded in products such as washing machines
Specialist Phone
A mobile phone with special features that meet the users needs. For example, the phone might have an emergency button and will access all emergency contacts
Smartphones
Small computers that contain WIFI and mobile phone connectivity to make calls and access the internet
Tablet Devices
Are bigger than smartphones, but have similar features
Digital Cameras / Camcorders
Use light sensors to capture images through the light that passes through the lense
Convergence
When a device changes so that it has similar features to another
Portability
- The ability to transport a device from one place to another
- Depends on the size and weight of the device
Performance
- The ability for a device to perform its tasks or objects quickly
- Software instructions are carried out by the processor, which means that a faster processor will increase performance
Resolution
The number of pixels used by a screen to display an image
Smart Television
Use apps and can download and stream content from the internet
Sound Systems
- Can produce loud, rich sound using high-quality speakers and amplifiers
- Sound systems can play music from CDs or can be connected to personal devices.
PVR
A personal video recorder
A device that records broadcasted content so that it can be watched at a later date
Blu-ray and DVD players
Connect to televisions in order to play films and other content that is stored on DVD or Blu-ray disks
Game Consoles
- Designed to enable users to play video games on a television screen
- Games are provided on disks or as downloads from the internet
- They use controllers to control the characters, vehicles or objects in the game.
