input and output devices Flashcards

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input devices

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which can be used to put data and information into a computer

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output devices

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some devices which can be used to send information from the computer

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examples of input devices

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Keyboard
Used to enter text into a computer

Webcam
A camera used by a computer to take photos and record videos

Magnetic stripe reader
Used to read data from magnetic stripes on cards like credit and debit cards

Barcode reader
Used in supermarket checkouts and access control systems to read information
from printed labels and cards

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examples of output devices

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Speakers
Used to output sound from a computer

Printers
Used to output information from a computer onto paper

Projector
Used to project video content from a computer onto a screen

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A small number of devices can be categorised as both input and output devices

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For example, a touch screen outputs information in a visual way like a monitor, while acting as
a device for touch input.

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