unit 1.1 computer hardware Flashcards
1
Q
what is an input device?
A
an input device is a device /hardware that allows the user to input data into a computer it uses ADC (analog to digital converter) to relate this info digitally
2
Q
what is an output device?
A
an output device is a device that transmits data out of the computer it uses DAC (digital to analog converter) to relate the info to the real world
-the user has 2 options to how he wants to use it either he can save it using a storage device such as a flash drive,HDD,SSD OR he can output the data into the real world using an output device e.g Speaker,monitor.
3
Q
what are some of the examples of input devices?
A
keyboard,mouse,scanner,microphone
4
Q
what are some examples of output devices?
A
printer,monitor,speaker,headphones
