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COMP 100 IO Activity

The document outlines a group activity focused on understanding input and output devices, requiring five members to answer various questions in structured paragraphs. It includes tasks such as differentiating input and output devices, discussing biometric devices, and analyzing ergonomic workstations. The activity emphasizes collaboration, real-life examples, and has a submission deadline of March 26, 2025.

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COMP 100 IO Activity

The document outlines a group activity focused on understanding input and output devices, requiring five members to answer various questions in structured paragraphs. It includes tasks such as differentiating input and output devices, discussing biometric devices, and analyzing ergonomic workstations. The activity emphasizes collaboration, real-life examples, and has a submission deadline of March 26, 2025.

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Group Written Cctivity: Understanding Input and Output Devices

Instructions:

 Form a group of 5 members.


 Read each question carefully and provide a detailed and well-explained
answer.
 Where applicable, give real-life examples to support your response.
 Write your answers in clear, structured paragraphs. Limit your
paragraphs to 5 sentences only
 All members must contribute to writing the answers.
 Deadline for this activity will be on Wednesday March 26, 2025 on your
scheduled time.
 You will have to submit both softcopy and hardcopy to your instructor.
I will assign one of your classmates to collect both hardcopy and
softcopy.

Part 1: Identifying & Explaining

1. Differentiate between input and output devices. Provide at least three


examples for each and explain their role in computing.
2. Describe how biometric input devices work. Give an example of where
they are commonly used and discuss one advantage and one
disadvantage.
3. Explain how a touch screen works and discuss the benefits and
limitations of using one in a retail environment.
4. Consider a student who has a visual impairment. What input and
output devices could help them use a computer effectively? Justify
your choices.
5. Some smartphones and modern laptops do not have physical
keyboards. What are the pros and cons of using on-screen keyboards
as compared to physical keyboards?

Part 2: Application & Analysis

6. Imagine you are setting up a self-service checkout system in a


supermarket. List at least three input devices and three output devices
that should be included, and explain their purpose.
7. A company is designing an ergonomic workstation for employees to
minimize repetitive strain injuries (RSI). Recommend at least two input
devices and one output device that would support ergonomics and
justify your choices.
8. A university wants to install interactive whiteboards in all classrooms.
Explain how this device functions as both an input and output device
and discuss its impact on learning.
9. Explain how wireless printers differ from traditional wired printers.
What are the benefits and potential issues of using wireless printers in
a shared office space?
10. Why do some professionals (e.g., graphic designers, engineers,
or medical specialists) prefer specialized input devices like styluses,
graphics tablets, or 3D scanners over a traditional mouse and
keyboard? Provide specific examples.

Part 3: Critical Thinking & Debate

11. Debate Question: Some businesses are replacing cashiers with


automated kiosks that use touch screens and biometric scanners. In
your group, discuss:

 Are automated kiosks beneficial for businesses and customers, or do


they cause more problems?
 Should businesses be required to maintain some human-staffed
checkout counters? Why or why not?
 Summarize your group’s discussion in one well-structured paragraph.

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