Chapter 1, Problem 14SG

Explanation of Solution

Input device:

• Input device refers a process of providing data and commands to an instruction into the computer, and it is used to retrieve data and instructions into Random Access Memory (RAM).
• Example: Web cam, headset, mouse, scanner, keyboard, and so on...

Explanation of Solution

Types of input devices:

Some of the types of input device are as follows:

Headset:

• Headset is a type of input device that connects to a mobile phone or computer that allow the user to talk and listen while keeping their hands free.
• It is mainly used in customer service centers.
• Different types of headsets are available are,
  • Telephone headset
  • Stereo computer headsets and so on.

Scanner:

• Scanner is a type of input device used to take the copy of matter printed on the paper.
  • It may include artwork, typed or printed text, or it may convert the given input into a graphical image.
• The scanner uses Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software which converts the scanned text into text file automatically.
• There are various types of scanners available are,
  • Flatbed scanner
  • Handheld scanner
  • Drum scanner
  • Sheet-fed scanner and so on.

Keyboard:

• Keyboard is a type of input device that contains the button to act as electronic switches.
• Keyboard is used to type the textual information, number, and symbol from the user...