Computer Application
Computer Application
Roll no.0132-bh-bot-19
Assignment CA
Input devices
Define.
An device which is used for sending data to in a computer is called
an input device.
e.g keyboard and mouse
Details.
There are many devices which are used to send data in a
computer or we can say that an input device is a piece of
hardware used to provide data to a computer used for intraction
and control.It allows input of raw data to the computer for
processing .Here some input devices used in computer and other
computing devices.
Keyboard
Mouse
Microphone
Digital camera
Scanner
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Touch screen
Barcode reader
Webcam
Biometric device
Stylus
Keyboard.
It is an input device that allow person to enter letters,numbers
and other symbols.
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Mouse.
It is a handheld hardware input device that
controls a cursor in a GUI (graphical user
interface) and can move and
select text, icons, files, and folders on your
computer.
Microphone.
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Sometimes abbreviated as mic, a microphone is
a hardware peripheral and input device originally
invented by Emile Berliner in 1877, A microphone
allows computer users to input audio into their
computers. The picture is an example of Blue
Microphone Yeti USB microphone - silver
edition and an example of a high-quality computer
microphone..
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Digital camera.
it is a hardware device that takes
photographs and stores the image as data
on a memory card. Unlike an analog
camera, which exposes the chemicals on
film to light, a digital camera uses digital
optical components to register the
intensity and color of light, and converts it
into pixel data. Many digital cameras are
capable of recording video in addition to
taking photos. The picture is of
a Casio QV-R62 with 6-
megapixel resolution, an example of a
typical digital camera.
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scanner.
When referring to hardware, a scanner or optical
scanner is a hardware input devices that optically
"reads" and image and converts it into a digital signal.
For example, a scanner may be used to convert a
printed picture, drawing, or document into a digital
file which can be edited on a computer. The picture
shows an example of a flatbed scanner, the Epson
V300.
Touch screen.
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A touch screen is a display device that allows
the user to interact with a computer by using
their finger or stylus. They're a useful
alternative to a mouse or keyboard for
navigating a GUI (graphical user interface).
Touch screens are used on a variety of devices,
such as computer and laptop
displays, smartphones tablets cash registers,
and information kiosks
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or select an object. When compared to a traditional computer, a tap is the
same as clicking with a mouse.
One of the most significant differences between a mouse and a touch screen
is the ability to hover. Almost all touch screens can only detect input when
your finger is in direct contact with the screen. However, a computer mouse
uses a cursor that allows the user to view information by moving the pointer
over an object, but not clicking on it. For example, this link to Computer
Hope shows the text "Visit the Computer Hope Page" when hovered over
using a computer mouse. However, a user with a touch screen cannot see this
text because if they place their finger on the link
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2. Having one touch screen instead of several buttons can make a device smaller.
3. Cheaper to design and manufacture a device with one screen instead of on with a
screen and buttons
Resistive
A resistive touch screen is coated with a metallic electrically
conductive and resistive layer that detects the pressure of your finger or
another object. This technology is often a more affordable solution when
compared to capacitive, but can be damaged by sharp objects touching
the screen.
Barcode reader.
it is a set of lines of different widths and sizes
representing data, that when read help identify the
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scanned object. Barcodes are often used to help organize and
index information or prices about an object. Barcodes used
by the U.S. postal service that helps speed the delivery of
mail is another perfect example of how a barcode could be
used. The picture is an example of what a barcode of an
address
Webca
it is a camera that connects to a computer. It captures
either still picturesor motion video and with the aid of
software, can transmit its video on
the Internet in realtime. The picture is of
a Logitech Webcam C270, an example of a webcam.
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Biometric device.
When referring to computers and security, biometrics is
the identification of a person by the measurement of
their biological features. For example, a user identifying
themselves to a computer or building by their fingerprint
or voice is considered a biometrics identification. When
compared to a password, this type of system is much
more difficult to fake since it is unique to the person.
Other common methods of a biometrics scan are a
person's face, hand, iris, and retina.
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person's chin, eyes (interpupillary distance nose, and mouth. These types
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Hand scanner - Like your fingerprint, the palm of your hand is also
unique to you. A biometric hand scanner will identify the person by the
Finger scanner - Like the picture shown on this page, a biometric finger
fingerprint scanners can be duped several ways. For example, in the show
Myth Busters, they were able to fake a fingerprint using a Gummy Bear candy
treat.
person by scanning the iris or retina of their eyes. These scanners are more
Stylus.
n computing, a stylus is an instrument shaped like a
pen, designed to be used with graphics tablets or devices
that use touch screen input. It is used to write or draw on
a screen, similar to how you would on a sheet of paper.
Unlike a pen, styluses have a plastic or felt tip depending
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on its purpose and functionality. The picture example
shows the Palm Z22 stylu
Types
Digital input
Analog input
Singnal input
Signal converter
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Output devices
Define
An output device is a piece of computer hardware that
converts information into readable form.
e.g Moniter and printer
Details.
Some of the ouput devices are visual display units.
A new type of it developed these days known as speech
synthesizer.
Computer speaker
Headpone
Projector
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GPS
Sound card
Video card
CD and DVD
Actuotor
Plotters
Printers
Moniters
Speakers.
A computer speaker is
an output hardware device that connects to a
computer to generate sound. The signal used to
produce the sound that comes from a computer
speaker is created by the computer's sound
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Headphone
It is a hardware output device that either
plug into a computer line out or speakers.
Headphones allow you to listen to audio or
watch a movie without disturbing people
around you. The picture is an example of
a USB headset from Logitech.
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Projecter.
is an output device that can take images generated
by a computer or Blu-ray player and reproduce
them by projection onto a screen, wall, or another
surface. In most cases, the surface projected onto
is large and flate.
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GPS.
is a network of satellites that helps users
determine a location on Earth. The thought of
GPS was conceived after the launch of Sputnik
in 1957. In 1964, the TRANSIT system
became operatinal on U.S. Polaris submarines
and allowed for accurate positioning updates.
Later this became available for commercial
use in 1967. The picture shows an example of
the GARMIN nuvi 350, a GPS used to find
locations while driving.
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SOUND CARD.
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Video card.
video card is an expansion card that
connects to a computer motherboard. It is
used to create a picture on a display; without
a video card, you would not be able to see this
page. More plainly, it's a piece of hardware
inside your computer that processes images
and video, some of the tasks normally
handled by the cpu.
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CD and DVD.
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CD and DVD
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ACTUOTORS.
PLOTTERS
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It is a computer hardware device much like a printer that
is used for printing vector graphics. Instead of toner
plotters use a pen, pencil, marker, or another writing tool
to draw multiple, continuous lines onto paper rather than
a series of dots like a traditional printer. Though once
widely used for computer-aided design these devices
have more or less been phased out by wide-format
printers. Plotters are used to produce a hard copy of
schematics and other similar applications
Printers.
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It is an external hardware output device that takes the
electronic data stored on a computer or other device and
generates a hard copy of it. For example, if you created
a report on your compuer, you could print several copies
to hand out at a staff meeting. Printers are one of the
most
Moiters.
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a monitor is an output device that displays video images
and text. A monitor is made up of circuitry, a screen, a power
supply, buttons to adjust screen settings, and casing that
holds all of these components.
Types
Visual ouput
Audio output
Print output
Data output
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Reffernces.
BrightHub.com.
Computer Hope.
Dummies..
GitHub.
Mac101. ...
Microsoft Knowledge Base at Microsoft Support.
PC Tech Bytes
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