TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEW Flashcards
Controls a pointer on the screen
Pointing Device
used to enter data and instructions
Keyboard
Processed data that is meaningful and useful
Information
Raw facts and figures
Data
Consoles or handheld devices for playing video games
Game Devices
Gadgets like smartwatches
Wearable Devices
Devices designed for reading digital books
E-book Readers
Devices for playing audio and video files
Portable Media Player
Device for capturing photos and videos
Digital Cameras
Multi-functional mobile phones with internet access.
Smartphones
Powerful systems that manage network resources and data
Servers
Stationary Computers with separate components
Desktops
Touchscreen devices, often without a physical kyboard
Tablets
Portable computers with built-in screens and keyboards
Laptop
Allows users to speak commands
Voice Input
Converts printed text/images into digital form
Scanner
Produces physical copies of documents
Printer
Creates three-dimensional objects from digital models
3-D Printer
Shows visual output from the computer
Display