The key answer of exercise 3
The key to exercise solutions in chapter 8.2 for the textbook Identity B1+ with authors Elizabeth Sharman from Oxford University Press
Question
Read the text again. What were the disadvantages of:
- using a modem to connect to the Internet?
- Internet cafés
- the CD Walkman?
- the MPMan?
- the Gameboy?
Answer
Using a modem to connect to the Internet
- Slow speeds
- Tied up the landline
Internet cafés
- Lack of privacy
- Limited control over computers
The CD Walkman (Discman)
- Bulky and less portable
- Fragile, prone to skipping or damage
The MPMan
- Limited storage capacity
- High cost
The Game Boy
- Poor graphics
- Limited game library