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Input and Output Devices

The document discusses input and output devices essential for computer-user interaction. It categorizes input devices into text input, pointing devices, scanning devices, audio/video input, and specialized gaming devices, providing examples for each type. Understanding these devices is important as they facilitate communication between humans and technology.

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Input and Output Devices

The document discusses input and output devices essential for computer-user interaction. It categorizes input devices into text input, pointing devices, scanning devices, audio/video input, and specialized gaming devices, providing examples for each type. Understanding these devices is important as they facilitate communication between humans and technology.

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Input and Output Devices: Types, Examples, Advantages &

Disadvantages
1. Introduction
Computers interact with users through input and output devices.
 Input devices allow users to send data to the computer.
 Output devices display or produce the results of processing.
Understanding these devices is crucial as they form the bridge between
humans and technology.

2. Input Devices
Input devices enable users to provide instructions and data to the computer
system. These devices can be classified based on their functions, such as text
input, pointing devices, audio input, and biometric devices.
2.1 Types of Input Devices & Examples
A. Text Input Devices
These devices are used to enter alphanumeric characters into the system.
 Keyboard – The most common input device, used for typing text,
commands, and shortcuts.
 Virtual Keyboard – Software-based keyboards used on touchscreens.
B. Pointing Devices
These devices help users interact with the GUI (Graphical User Interface).
 Mouse – Moves the cursor and selects items. Types include optical and
wireless mice.
 Touchpad – Common on laptops; responds to finger movements.
 Trackball – A stationary device with a rotating ball for navigation.
 Stylus/Pen Input – Used on graphic tablets and touchscreen devices.
C. Scanning & Image Input Devices
These devices capture images or documents.
 Scanner – Converts physical documents into digital format.
 Barcode Scanner – Reads barcode information for inventory or sales.
 Optical Mark Reader (OMR) – Used for scanning multiple-choice answer
sheets.
 QR Code Scanner – Used to scan QR codes in mobile applications.
D. Audio & Video Input Devices
These capture sound and images for communication, recording, and
processing.
 Microphone – Captures voice input for recording or voice commands.
 Webcam – Records live video for video conferencing.
 Digital Camera – Captures high-resolution images and videos.
E. Gaming & Specialized Input Devices
Devices designed for enhanced user interaction in gaming and other
applications.
 Joystick – Used for controlling movement in video games.
 Game Controller/Gamepad – Provides buttons and joysticks for interactive
gaming.

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