COMPUTER STUDIES Flashcards
1
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WHAT ARE INPUT DEVICES
A
Input devices are used to enter data into a computer system. The input devices puts the data into a form that is acceptable to the computer.
2
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4 EXAMPLES OF INPUT DEVICEES
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- Keyboard: The keyboard is the main device used in entering data into the computer.
- Mouse: A mouse is a small device used to point at and select items on your computer screen.
- Scanners: A scanner is a device that copies images, printed texts, handwriting or an object into the computer.
- Digital Cameras: Cameras are devices which are used to capture photographic images.
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WHAT ARE OUTPUT DEVICES
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Output devices are hardware that convey information from the computer to the user. The most common output devices are the monitor, printer, plotters and speakers.