6.6. Answers

  1. B. A handheld scanner is carried around by the user, and the scanner is moved over the object to scan the object. See "Understanding Scanners".

  2. D. Charge-coupled device (CCD) is the technology used by flatbed scanners and digital cameras to create the image. Review "Understanding Scanners".

  3. B. Digital zooming is the zoom type that simply magnifies the image, just like you would do yourself in image editing software. This could make the image appear grainy. Check out "Digital cameras".

  4. C. Digital video cameras typically use IEEE 1394 (FireWire) connections to connect to the computer. Peruse "Digital video cameras".

  5. B. Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) is the standard that allows musical instruments to communicate with one another or with the computer. Take a look at "MIDI".

  6. D. A codec is used to compress and decompress video files. Peek at "Understanding codecs".

  7. D. A drum scanner uses a glass tube that emits light. Look over "Understanding Scanners".

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