ICT Systems to Meet Specified Needs (Edexcel IGCSE ICT): Flashcards
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What must be considered when selecting digital devices and peripherals for a user?
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What must be considered when selecting digital devices and peripherals for a user?
It is crucial to consider the tasks they are intended for and the user's requirements.
Why might a desktop be chosen over a tablet for graphic design and video editing?
A desktop is ideal for high-performance tasks, whereas a tablet is lightweight and better suited to reading, browsing and simple applications.
What is an ergonomic keyboard designed to do?
An ergonomic keyboard is designed to reduce strain on the hands, wrists and arms, preventing repetitive stress injuries (RSI).
How does a screen reader help a visually impaired user?
A screen reader reads on-screen text aloud to the user.
What is the difference between a Braille display and a Braille printer?
A Braille display enables visually impaired users to read digital text, while a Braille printer prints a hard copy of a document in Braille.
A pen allows users with dyslexia to interpret text.
A reading pen allows users with dyslexia to interpret text.
How does a haptic feedback device help a user?
It provides feedback to the user without reliance on visuals or sound.
Name the three categories software can be broken into when matching it to a user's needs.
The three categories are productivity software, specialised software and accessibility software.
Give three examples of specialised software.
Specialised software includes CAD programs for design and engineering, graphic design tools for creating visual content, and database management systems for organising large data sets.
What does voice recognition software allow a user to do?
It allows users to control devices and input text using voice commands.
Give three display or audio settings that can be adjusted to suit a user's needs.
Display settings such as screen resolution, brightness and font size can be adjusted, along with audio settings such as volume and output options, and accessibility features such as high-contrast modes, screen magnifiers and voice commands.
Name three ways hardware and software can be configured to meet a user's needs.
Through network settings, user permissions and security protocols.
What does setting user permissions on a system achieve?
It assigns user roles, restricts access to sensitive data and ensures data security.
True or False?
A gesture interface is intended for users with high levels of manual dexterity.
False.
A gesture interface allows data entry for those with low levels of mobility or dexterity.
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