Nov+06+SL+P2

1. Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs), mobile phones (cell phones) and digital cameras are often connected to computer systems in order to transfer data. (a) Identify ** two ** ways in which PDAs can communicate with computer systems. **// [2 marks] //** (b) The term “convergence” is used to describe instances where different mobile digital devices are combined to produce one new product. Describe ** two ** new products where the features from different mobile digital devices are combined. **// [4 marks] //** (c) Some people think that PDAs will eliminate the need for people to use laptop computers. Examine this argument. **// [4 marks] //** (d) Discuss the advantages of multi function PDA equipment to businesses and their employees. Evaluate these advantages. //**[10 marks]

Please write/edit the answers below for each section to try to gain full marks. Remember that we will be using the new marking rubric for part (d) so please be careful here. I know that you have the mark schemes but you will not gain by just copying the answers - the mark schemes are in point form for the examiners. I will comment and give marks along the way (as shown).**//

(a) WiFi bluetooth

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(b)

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(c) Pda's may not eliminate laptop as firstly it may have the basic programs but may not be able to run large graphics like adobe flash player. Also it is a touch screen and the size of the screen is not as wide as laptops.

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