Unit 5 Flashcards

(7 cards)

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Using microprocessor- controlled devices in home can have positive and negative effects on our :

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  1. Lifestyle
  2. Leisure time
  3. Physical fitness
  4. Data security
  5. Social interactions
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Microprocessor are divided into two categories.

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  1. Labour saving devices
    -cookers
    - automatic dishwasher
    - microwave ovens
  2. Other devices
    - alarm clocks
    - television set
    - mobile phone and tablets
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What is meant by the term la our saving devices?

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Allow people to get on with other things while the device carries out their tasks.

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What are the benefits of having labour saving devices at home?

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  1. People no longer need to do manual tasks at home
  2. Give more time for leisure
  3. No longer need to stay at home while food is cooking or clothes are being washed.
  4. Automated burglars alarms give a sense of security
  5. Smart fridges and freezers can lead to healthy lifestyles
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What are the disadvantages of labour saving devices?

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  1. Can lead to unhealthy lifestyle
  2. Tend to make people rather lazy because they are dependence on the devices.

3.Any devices which contain microprocessors has risk of cybersecurity

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Benefit of using general microprocessor controlled devices

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  1. Can save energy because they are far more efficient and can
  2. Can easier to programming these devices to perform tasks rather than turning knob and pressing buttons
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Drawbacks of using general microprocessor devices

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  1. The devices can lead to more wasteful society
  2. Leaving devices on standby is very wasteful of electricity
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