Starter What do you think is the difference between and output device and the output from a system? System output – the information being produced Output device – the device that produces the information E.g. An exam system may produce charts showing candidate number and marks (system output) which is printed from a laser printer (output device)
2.2 Selecting Output Devices INFO1 – Practical problem solving in the digital world
What should you consider before selecting a screen / monitor? The main issues are: ◦ Screen size ◦ Screen resolution Other considerations: ◦ What kind of image needs to be viewed? ◦ Where is it going to be viewed? ◦ Who is viewing the image? ◦ Internet access to the content.
What type of monitor would you select for a web or graphic designer? What about for an office worker? Why?
What device would you choose for a business man who needs to work on the move? What about in a greasy / dirty environment e.g. food factory?
How could you adapt a screen / monitor for someone who is partially sited? How would you show an image to a large audience? What would you use in a reception area of a company?
What is to be printed? How many documents? What kind of media? Who uses the printer? Running costs?
What would you choose for a solicitors office? What would you choose for a graphics department of a web company?