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Chapter 04: Input and Output Flashcards

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3D printers

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An output device designed to print threedimensional objects, such as product prototypes. (164)

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barcode

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A machine-readable code that represents data as a set of bars. (140)

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Barcode printers

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An output device that prints barcoded documents. (163)

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barcode readers

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An input device that reads barcodes. (141)

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Biometric readers

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A device used to input biometric data, such as an individual’s fingerprint or voice. (146)

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Computer speakers

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Output devices connected to computers that provide audio output. (165)

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data projector

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A display device that projects all computer output to a wall or projection screen. (158)

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Digital cameras

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An input device that takes pictures and records them as digital images. (146)

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display device

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An output device that contains a viewing screen. (150)

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display screen

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A display device built into a notebook computer, netbook, or other device. (150)

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Flatbed scanners

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An input device that scans flat objects one at a time. (139)

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flat-panel displays

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A slim type of display device that uses electronically charged chemicals or gases instead of an electron gun to display images. (152)

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graphics tablet

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A flat, rectangular input device that is used in conjunction with a stylus to transfer drawings, sketches, and anything written on the device to a computer. (135)

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handwriting recognition

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The ability of a device to identify handwritten characters. (133)

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Headphones

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A personal audio output device used by an individual so only he or she can hear the sound; headphones with a built-in microphone are typically referred to as headsets. (165)

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Headsets

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Headphones with a built-in microphone. (165)

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Ink-jet printers

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An output device that sprays droplets of ink to produce images on paper. (162)

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keyboard

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An input device containing numerous keys that can be used to input letters, numbers, and other symbols. (129)

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Laser printers

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An output device that uses toner powder and technology similar to that of a photocopier to produce images on paper. (161)

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liquid crystal display (LCD)

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A type of flat-panel display that uses charged liquid crystals to display images. (155)

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magnetic ink character recognition (MICR)

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Magnetic technology used primarily in the banking industry for check processing. (144)

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monitor

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A display device for a desktop computer. (150)

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mouse

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A common pointing device that the user slides along a flat surface to move a pointer around the screen and clicks its buttons to make selections. (131)

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multifunction devices (MFDs)

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A device that offers multiple functions (such as printing, scanning, and faxing) in a single unit. (161)

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Optical character recognition (OCR)

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The ability of a computer to recognize scanned text characters and convert them to electronic form as text, not images. (144)

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Organic light emitting diode (OLED) displays

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A type of flat-panel display that uses emissive organic material to display brighter and sharper images than LCDs. (155)

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Photo printers

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An output device designed for printing digital photographs. (163)

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pixels

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The smallest colorable area in an electronic image, such as a scanned image, a digital photograph, or an image displayed on a display screen. (151)

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Plasma displays

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A type of flat-panel display that uses layers of gas to display images; most often used on large displays. (158)

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pointing device

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An input device that moves an on-screen pointer, such as an arrow, to allow the user to select objects on the screen. (131)

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Portable printers

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A small, lightweight printer designed to be used while on the go. (164)

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Portable scanners

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A scanner designed to capture input while on the go. (140)

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printers

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An output device that produces output on paper (159)

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Radio frequency identification (RFID)

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A technology used to store and transmit data located in RFID tags. (142)

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RFID readers

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A device used to read RFID tags. (142)

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RFID tags

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A device containing a tiny chip and a radio antenna that is attached to an object so it can be identified using RFID technology. (142)

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scanner

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An input device that reads printed text and graphics and transfers them to a computer in digital form. (139)

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Speech recognition systems

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A system, consisting of appropriate hardware and software, used to recognize voice input, such as dictation or audio computer commands. (149)

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stylus

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An input device that is used to write electronically on the display screen. (132)

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touch pad

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A small rectangular-shaped input device, often found on notebook and netbook computers, that is touched with the finger or thumb to control an on-screen pointer and make selections. (137)

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Touch screens

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A display device that is touched with the finger to issue commands or otherwise provide input to the connected device. (135)

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Trackball

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Pointing device similar to an upside-down mechanical mouse; ball mechanism on top rotated by thumb or finger. (137)

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