Tech Standards and Collaborations Quiz

Why do rival tech companies sometimes collaborate to create standards?

• To reduce production costs

• To ensure compatibility and ease of use for consumers

• To increase their individual market shares

• To eliminate competition entirely

What was a major hurdle for PC adoption in the early 90s?

• Need for separate connectors and software configurations

• Lack of internet connectivity

• High cost of computers

• Limited processing power

Which companies were involved in the initial development of USB?

• Intel, IBM, and Microsoft

• Apple, Google, and Amazon

• Sony, Panasonic, and Samsung

• Dell, HP, and Lenovo

What was the original purpose of creating Bluetooth?

• To provide high-speed internet access

• To link a phone and a laptop over short distances

• To create a new gaming console

• To replace Wi-Fi technology

What was one of the goals of developing HDMI?

• To enhance gaming graphics

• To increase television screen sizes

• To prevent copyright infringement

• To improve internet speeds