Software and Hardware Flashcards
What is hardware?
The physical components of a computer or other electronic system
What is software?
The programs and other operating information used by a computer
Is a scanner hardware or software?
Hardware
Is a camera hardware or software?
Hardware
Is a graphics tablet hardware or software?
Hardware
Is a microphone hardware or software?
Hardware
Is a monitor hardware or software?
Hardware
What are scanners used for?
Converting photographic materials into high-resolution image files or digital copies
What are cameras used for?
Recording and storing photographic images in digital form. Many current models are also able to capture sound or video
What is a graphics tablet?
A digital drawing tablet which is a computer input device.
What do graphics tablets let users do?
Hand-draw images, animations and graphics
What is a microphone
A device that captures audio by converting sound waves into an electrical signal
What can electrical signals from microphones be processed by?
A computer or other digital audio device
What do monitors do?
Display the computer’s user interface and opens programs, allowing the user to interact with the computer
How do users typically interact with computers?
Typically with a keyboard and mouse
