Input devices

Input devices are hardware components used to provide data and control signals to a computer
system.
Keyboard
 Description: A keyboard is the most common input device, consisting of keys for letters,
numbers, and functions. It allows users to input text, commands, and perform various
functions.
 The keys are arranged into sections:
 • Alphabet keys
 • Function or F keys (F1, F2, F3)
 • Numeric keys (one set above the alphabet keys and a numeric keypad on the right)
 • Arrow keys
 • Command keys (insert, delete, home, end, page up/down)

 Use: Used for typing documents, entering data, and navigating software.

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Mouse
 Description: A mouse is a pointing device that detects two-dimensional motion relative to
a surface. It typically has buttons and a scroll wheel for interacting with the computer
interface.
 Use: Used for navigating graphical user interfaces (GUIs), selecting objects, and executing
commands.

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 Types of Mouse
Mechanical Mouse:
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  Description: Uses a rubber or metal ball that rolls as the mouse is moved, translating
physical movement into signals the computer can interpret.
 Usage: Older technology, largely replaced by optical mice.

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2. Optical Mouse:
 Description: Uses an LED light and a sensor to detect movement by tracking changes in
the surface beneath the mouse.
 Usage: Common for most general computing tasks due to its accuracy and lack of moving
parts.

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3. Laser Mouse:
 Description: Similar to an optical mouse but uses a laser instead of an LED. It’s more
sensitive and can work on a wider range of surfaces.
 Usage: Preferred by gamers and professionals who require high precision.

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4. Wireless Mouse:
 Description: Operates without a physical connection to the computer, using
Bluetooth or RF (radio frequency) technology.
 Usage: Offers convenience and portability, popular with laptop users.

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 Touchscreen
 Description: A touchscreen is an input device that allows users to interact with a computer
or mobile device by touching the screen directly. It detects touch gestures such as taps,
swipes, and pinches.
 Use: Common in smartphones, tablets, and some laptops for direct interaction with
applications.

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Scanner
 Description: A scanner is an input device that captures images, text, or objects and
converts them into digital format. There are various types, including flatbed scanners,
handheld scanners, and sheet-fed scanners.
 Use: Used for digitizing physical documents, photographs, and barcodes.

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Microphone

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  Description: A microphone converts sound into electrical signals and sends it to the
computer. It is used for voice input, audio recording, and voice commands.
 Use: Commonly used in voice recognition systems, video conferencing, and audio
recording.

Webcam
 Description: A webcam is a video input device that captures live video and transmits it to
the computer. It can be built-in or connected externally.
 Use: Used for video conferencing, live streaming, and capturing video footage.

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Joystick
 Description: A joystick is a lever-based input device that can be tilted in different
directions to control movement in a game or simulation environment.
 Use: Commonly used in gaming, flight simulators, and other interactive applications that
require directional control.

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Graphics Tablet
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  Description: A graphics tablet is an input device that allows users to draw images,
sketches, and graphics directly onto a surface using a stylus. The input is then translated to
the computer screen.
 Use: Preferred by digital artists, designers, and architects for precision drawing and
designing.

Trackball
 Description: A trackball is an input device similar to a mouse, but with a ball on top that
can be rotated to move the cursor on the screen. It remains stationary while the user rotates
the ball.
 Use: Used in specialized work environments like CAD (Computer-Aided Design) or for
users with limited desk space.

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Barcode Reader
 Description: A barcode reader is an input device that scans and decodes barcodes printed
on products or documents. It typically uses a laser or camera sensor to read the barcode.
Bar Code Reader is a device used for reading bar coded data (data in form of light and dark
lines). Bar coded data is generally used in labelling goods, numbering the books etc. It may
be a hand held scanner or may be embedded in a stationary scanner. Bar Code Reader
scans a bar code image, converts it into an alphanumeric value which is then fed to the
computer to which bar code reader is connected.

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  Use: Commonly used in retail for product identification, inventory management, and point-
of-sale systems.
Magnetic Stripe Reader
 Description: A magnetic stripe reader reads data encoded on the magnetic stripe on cards
like credit cards, ID cards, and access cards. The data is then transmitted to the computer
for processing.
 Use: Used in banking, security access, and retail industries for reading card information.

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Light Pen
 Description: A light pen is a pointing device that allows users to interact with the display
screen directly by detecting light from the screen. It is similar to a stylus but is used
specifically with CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) monitors.
 Use: Historically used for drawing or selecting items on screen, especially in CAD
applications or for graphic design.

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Digital Camera
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  Description: A digital camera captures photographs or videos and can transfer the images
directly to a computer. It usually connects via USB or wirelessly.
 Use: Used for importing digital photos or videos into editing software, or for live video
capture in video conferencing and streaming.

Biometric Scanner
 Description: Biometric scanners capture and analyze unique physical characteristics of an
individual, such as fingerprints, iris patterns, or facial features, to authenticate identity.
 Use: Widely used for security purposes in devices, access control systems, and time
attendance systems.

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Optical Character Recognition (OCR)
 Description: OCR is a technology that converts different types of documents, such as
scanned paper documents, PDFs, or images taken by a digital camera, into editable and
searchable data. It recognizes printed or handwritten characters (letters, numbers, and
symbols) and converts them into machine-readable text.

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  How It Works: OCR software analyzes the shapes of the characters in the document,
matches them to corresponding digital characters, and outputs the text in a digital format.
 Use Cases:
o Digitizing Printed Text: Converting books, newspapers, or printed documents into

editable and searchable digital formats.

o Data Entry Automation: Automating the entry of data from printed forms, invoices,

or receipts into computer systems.

o Document Search: Enabling search functionality within scanned documents by

recognizing and indexing the text.

Optical Mark Recognition (OMR)

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  Description: OMR is a technology used to detect the presence or absence of marks on a
paper, usually in the form of bubbles or checkboxes. It is commonly used for reading forms
where respondents mark their answers, such as surveys, tests, and ballots.
 OMR is a special type of optical scanner used to recognize the type of mark made by
pen or pencil. It is used where one out of a few alternatives is to be selected and
marked. It is specially used for checking the answer sheets of examinations having
multiple choice questions.

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  How It Works: OMR scanners detect marks made on predefined positions on the paper.
The scanned data is then interpreted by software to determine which options have been
selected.
 Use Cases:
o Examinations and Tests: Grading multiple-choice exams where students fill in

bubbles corresponding to their answers.

o Surveys and Questionnaires: Processing large numbers of survey responses quickly

by detecting marked answers.

o Voting Systems: Counting votes in elections where voters mark their choices on a

paper ballot.

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Magnetic Ink Card Reader (MICR)
MICR input device is generally used in banks because of a large number of cheques to be
processed every day. The bank's code number and cheques number are printed on the
cheques with a special type of ink that contains particles of magnetic material that are
machine readable. This reading process is called Magnetic Ink Character Recognition
(MICR). The main advantages of MICR is that it is fast and less error prone.

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Technology: A stylus interacts with touchscreens or electromagnetic surfaces, while a light pen works
with CRT displays.
Current Use: Styluses are still widely used today with modern devices, while light pens are largely
obsolete due to the decline of CRT technology.
Precision: Styluses provide better precision for drawing and writing, especially on capacitive and
electromagnetic surfaces.

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QR (Quick Response) code readers and barcode readers are both used for scanning and decoding
information from codes, but they differ in several key ways:
1. Code Structure:
 Barcode: A barcode is a one-dimensional (1D) representation of data, typically consisting of parallel
black and white lines of varying widths. The information is encoded in the width and spacing of these
lines.

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  QR Code: A QR code is a two-dimensional (2D) code, consisting of black squares arranged on a
square grid with white background. It can store data both horizontally and vertically.
2. Data Capacity:
 Barcode: A standard 1D barcode can store a limited amount of data, usually up to 20-25 characters.
 QR Code: A QR code can store much more information, up to several thousand characters, including
alphanumeric characters, URLs, and other complex data.
3. Scanning Angle:
 Barcode: Barcodes need to be scanned at a specific angle, typically horizontally, for the reader to
interpret the data correctly.
 QR Code: QR codes can be scanned from any angle, making them more versatile and easier to use.

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