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The document provides a comprehensive overview of input and output devices used in computing. It details various types of input devices, such as keyboards and mice, along with their specific functionalities and variations. Additionally, it covers output devices like printers and their different printing technologies.

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The document provides a comprehensive overview of input and output devices used in computing. It details various types of input devices, such as keyboards and mice, along with their specific functionalities and variations. Additionally, it covers output devices like printers and their different printing technologies.

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Comprehensive Guide on Input and Output Devices

Input Devices
Input devices are hardware components that allow users to enter data and control
signals into a computer or other digital devices. These devices enable interaction
with a computer system, facilitating data entry, command execution, and control
functions.

Keyboard and its Types


A keyboard is a fundamental input device that allows users to enter text, numbers,
and commands. It is one of the most commonly used input devices in computers.

Types of Keyboards:
- Mechanical Keyboard – Uses physical switches for each key, offering tactile
feedback and high durability.

- Membrane Keyboard – Uses a pressure-sensitive membrane and is quieter but less


durable.

- Wireless Keyboard – Connects via Bluetooth or radio frequency, eliminating the


need for wires.

- Ergonomic Keyboard – Designed to reduce strain on hands and wrists, often


featuring a split or curved design.

- Virtual Keyboard – Displayed on a touch screen and used without physical keys,
commonly found in smartphones and tablets.

- Gaming Keyboard – Features programmable keys, RGB lighting, and faster


response times for gaming purposes.

- Projection Keyboard – Uses laser technology to project a keyboard layout on a flat


surface.

Mouse
A mouse is a pointing device that allows users to move a cursor on the screen and
select objects. It typically has buttons for clicking and a scroll wheel for navigation.

Scanner
A scanner is a device that converts physical documents, images, or barcodes into a
digital format. Scanners are widely used in offices, retail stores, and security
systems.

Output Devices
Output devices are hardware components that convey processed data from a
computer to the user. They present data in various forms, such as visual, printed, or
audio output.

Printer
A printer is an output device that produces hard copies of digital documents.
Printers vary based on their printing technology.

Impact Printer
- Dot Matrix Printer – Uses a print head with pins to strike an ink ribbon and create
characters.

- Daisy Wheel Printer – Uses a rotating wheel with characters to imprint text onto
paper.

- Line Printer – Prints an entire line at a time, commonly used in large-scale data
processing.

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