Practice Input And Output Ports (15.8) - Computer Fundamentals - Part D
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Input and Output Ports

Practice - Input and Output Ports

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What are the two main categories of ports?

💡 Hint: Think about how data is transferred.

Question 2 Easy

Name one serial port standard.

💡 Hint: Consider the older device connections.

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Question 1

What is the primary difference between serial and parallel ports?

Serial ports send multiple bits simultaneously.
Parallel ports send one bit at a time.
Serial ports send one bit at a time.

💡 Hint: Think of how you would get data in a queue.

Question 2

True or False? USB is an example of a serial port standard.

True
False

💡 Hint: Remember the types of devices USB connects.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Compare and contrast the performance of serial versus parallel connections in a practical scenario involving data transfer between a computer and a printer. What factors would influence the choice of connection type?

💡 Hint: Think about the distances and quantities of data being sent.

Challenge 2 Hard

Explain how the USB standard has evolved compared to older standards like RS-232C. What advantages does it offer?

💡 Hint: Consider how many devices can connect using each standard.

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