Understanding Terminal Entry Devices

What is a terminal?

• A device for processing data independently.

• A combination of a keyboard, video display screen, and communication line to a computer or network.

• A storage device for computer data.

• A system for storing and retrieving information.

Which terminal has no built-in data processing capabilities?

• Smart terminal

• Dumb terminal

• Intelligent terminal

• Workstation

Which of the following best describes a smart terminal?

• It has full processing capabilities and can run programs independently.

• It can perform simple data verification but cannot run complex programs.

• It only receives data but cannot send data back to the computer.

• It is used exclusively in banking systems.

What is a key feature of an intelligent terminal?

• It relies on another computer for processing power.

• It functions independently with its own input, output, processing, and storage.

• It can only display information but not process it.

• It is an outdated terminal that no longer exists.

Which of the following is an example of a smart terminal?

• Dumb terminal

• Executive workstation

• ATM (Automatic Teller Machine)

• Personal computer

What made dumb terminals popular in the 1970s and early 1980s?

• Their high processing power and storage capacity.

• Their affordability, allowing many users to access a limited number of computers.

• Their ability to store and run large programs.

• Their ability to work offline.

Which of the following communication methods can smart terminals use to process payments?

• Fiber optics

• NFC (Near Field Communication), Bluetooth, and WIFI

• Morse code

• Infrared

An intelligent terminal can perform which of the following tasks?

• Only receive data and display it.

• Perform basic arithmetic and logic operations independently.

• Only store data without processing.

• Execute programs without any connection to a main computer.

Which of the following is NOT a feature of a dumb terminal?

• It has minimal processing power.

• It is obsolete because of advancements in computer technology.

• It allows users to input data and receive output from a central computer.

• It can store and process data independently.

What is one advantage of using smart terminals for credit card transactions?

• They allow customers to carry cash more safely.

• They require merchants to manually record credit card details.

• They submit and verify payments in real-time, providing secure and efficient transactions.

• They are more expensive to use than cash transactions.