Data capture

Question 1

What are the 2 methods of data capture?

Answer 1

Automatic data capture and Manual input capture

Question 2

What is automatic data capture?

Answer 2

The use of automated devices and methods for data input without human intervention.

Question 3

What is manual input capture?

Answer 3

Manual input is where the user enters data by hand with an input device.

Question 4

Name 4 input devices that can be used for manual input.

Answer 4

Any 4 from: keyboard, keypad, mouse, touchpad, touch screens, joysticks or remote controls.

Question 5

Name 1 automatic data capture device.

Answer 5

Any 1 from: A barcode reader, A data logger’s sensor or an optical character reader.