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IPC Lesson

IPC Lesson

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Computers

Professional Development

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Solomon Arthur

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5 Slides • 5 Questions

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Introduction

Input and output devices are essential components of computer systems that facilitate interaction between users and computers.

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Input devices

Input devices allow users to provide data and instructions to the computer.

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Examples of input devices

  1. Keyboard: Used to input text and commands.

  2. Mouse: Allows users to control the cursor and interact with graphical user interfaces.

  3. Touchscreen: Enables users to input commands or data by directly touching the display screen.

  4. Trackpad: Similar to a mouse but built into laptops and some desktop keyboards.

  5. Microphone: Captures audio input, used for voice commands, recording, or communication.

  6. Webcam: Captures video input, commonly used for video conferencing or recording.

  7. Scanner: Converts physical documents or images into digital form, which can be inputted into the computer.

  8. Joystick/Gamepad: Input devices primarily used for gaming, providing control over in-game actions.

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Examples of output devices

1. Monitor/Display: Displays visual output such as text, images, and videos.

2. Printer: Produces hard copies of digital documents or images.

3. Speaker: Outputs audio generated by the computer, such as music, system sounds, or voice output.

4. Headphones: Allow users to privately listen to audio output from the computer.

5. Projector: Displays computer output onto a large screen or surface, commonly used for presentations or entertainment purposes.

6. Plotter: Outputs high-quality graphical images, often used for technical drawings or designs.

7. Haptic Feedback Devices: Provide tactile feedback to users, such as vibrating
controllers or force-feedback steering wheels.

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Conclusion

These input and output devices work together to enable users to interact with and receive feedback from the computer system, facilitating various tasks and activities.

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Multiple Choice

1. Which of the following is an example of an input device?

1
printer
2
mouse
3
monitor
4
keyboard

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Multiple Choice

2. What is the primary function of an output device?

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Displaying or presenting data processed by the computer to the user
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Receiving input from the user
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Storing data for future use
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Printing documents

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Multiple Choice

3. Which of the following is NOT an input device?

1
Scanner
2
Monitor
3
Keyboard
4
Printer

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Multiple Choice

4. What is the purpose of a joystick or gamepad?

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To display visual output

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To capture audio input

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To input text and commands

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To provide control over in-game actions

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Multiple Choice

5. Which of the following is an example of an output device for audio?

1

Scanner

2
Keyboard
3
Printer
4

Speaker

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Input and output devices are essential components of computer systems that facilitate interaction between users and computers.

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