INPUT DEVICES

1.KEYBOARD:
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TYPES:

 QWERTY Keyboards:

Designed to resemble old-fashioned

typewriters, the QWERTY layout is the
most widely used keyboard configuration.
Generations of typists have become
familiar with the QWERTY keyboard, and

most students learn to type using this

layout.

 Wired Keyboards:

A wired keyboard offers an affordable and

effortless solution. USB ports provide long-
term functionality and allow users to draw
power directly from the computer instead
of relying on batteries that will eventually
need replacement.
 Numeric Keypads:

Not all computers come with keyboards

that include a number pad. If the existing
keyboard is
missing the number
pad, then this
convenient
gadget bridges the
gap between a
built-in minimalist
keyboard and
what you need to
accomplish
your work.
 Ergonomic Keyboards:

Ergonomic keyboards refer to keyboards

designed to minimise physical strain from
typing. These keyboards often allow you to
rest your hands in a more comfortable,
natural position while typing.
 Wireless Keyboards:

Relying on a radio frequency antenna or

infrared to keep you connected, wireless RF
keyboards offer a bit of freedom in your
computing activities.

 Flexible Keyboards:

These keyboards offer the same features

as standard QWERTY keyboards, but

they’re designed for maximum

portability. Flexible keyboards are

typically made of silicone, allowing you to

roll them up and take them anywhere.
 Laser
Virtual
Keyboard:
A laser virtual keyboard uses a
technology of lasers that projects a
virtual keyboard onto a flat surface.
Tapping on the projected keys, users
register the corresponding characters.
  Vertical Keyboard:
Vertical keyboards are designed with
keys arranged vertically, unlike their
horizontal arrangement. These keyboards
minimize wrist strain and encourage a
more ergonomic hand position.

2. Mouse:
Types:
 Optical mouse:
Optical mouse are one of the most common
types of computer mouse. They use an LED
light and a sensor to detect movement,
which is then translated into cursor
movement
on your screen.
 Wireless mouse:

A wireless mouse Connects to your

computer without a physical cable, offering

greater mobility and a cleaner setup.

Gaming mouse:
Gaming mouse are specifically designed to
meet the needs of gamers. They often
come with additional features such as
 customizable buttons, high DPI settings,
and RGB lighting.

 Ergonomic mouse:

Ergonomic mouse are designed to reduce

strain and prevent discomfort during
prolonged use. They often feature unique
shapes that support the natural position of
your hand.
  Trackball mouse:

Trackball mice use a stationary ball that

you manipulate with your fingers or thumb
to move the cursor. The mouse itself
doesn’t move, making it ideal for limited-
space environments.

3.Light pen:
Types:
 Corded light
pen:
This is the oldest light pen, it is used for
scanning. A cord (rope) is used in this pen.


Design light pen:

Design Light Pens are used by illustrators

to create drawings or designs on a
computer screen. By this, the user can
draw pictures on
the screen as
per his wish.
4. OMR(optical mark reader):

It is a technology that captures and

processes data from documents containing

pre-defined fields or checkboxes, OMR
devices scan documents and identify shaded
areas or filled-in bubbles to convert that
information into digital data.
5. Smart card reader:
A device that accesses data stored on smart
cards. Smart cards are plastic cards with
embedded computer chips that securely hold
personal information or access codes. Smart
card readers either require inserting the
card (contact) or simply bringing the card
near the reader (contactless) to read the
data on the chip.
6. Bar code
reader:
A barcode
reader,
also known as
a barcode
scanner
or scanner,
is an

electronic input device used to read

information encoded in barcodes. It uses
optical technology, like infrared light, to scan
the barcode and decode the data, sending it
to a computer.

7.QR code
reader:
 A device or application that interprets the
information encoded within a Quick Response
(QR) code. Essentially, it's a tool that uses a
camera to scan and decode the black-and-
white patterns of a QR code, converting that
visual data into actionable information like a
website link, contact details, or payment
information.

8. Biometric sensor:

A biometric sensor is a transducer that

converts a person’s biometric treatment into
an electrical signal. Biometric transactions
mainly include a biometric fingerprint reader
iris, face, voice, etc. Sensors usually read
and measure light, temperature, speed,
electrical capacity, and other types of power.
9. Touch sensor:
A touchscreen is a display screen that also functions as an
input device, allowing users to interact with the device by
touching the screen directly, rather than using a mouse or
keyboard.
10. Microphone:
An input device that converts sound waves
into electrical signals. It's a hardware
peripheral that sends audio data to a
computer or other recording equipment.
These microphones use electromagnetic
induction, where a coil of wire moves within
a magnetic field, generating a voltage when

sound waves vibrate the diaphragm.

11. Webcam:
A webcam is a digital camera that captures
video and audio data and transmits it in real-
time over the internet.

12.
13.

MICR:
MICR stands for Magnetic Ink Character
Recognition. It is a technology used primarily
in the banking industry to quickly and
accurately process checks and other
documents. M
ICR uses a special
font and magnetic
ink to print
information
 on checks, which can then be read by
machines.

14. OCR:
The full form of OCR is Optical Character
Recognition. It is a technology that converts
images of text (printed, handwritten, or
typed) into machine-readable text data. This
allows for the text within an image to be
edited, searched, and used in various
applications.
 Output devices
1. Monitors:

 CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) Monitors:

These were the first type of monitor widely

used, featuring a large, bulky design. Due to
their size and energy consumption, they have
largely been replaced by flat-panel
technology.
 Flat Panel Monitors:
 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display):

These monitors use liquid crystals to

control the passage of light, creating
images on the screen.

 LED (Light Emitting Diode):

LED monitors are a type of LCD that uses

LEDs for backlighting, often resulting in
better
image
quality and
energy
efficiency.
 OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode):

OLED monitors don't require backlighting

and offer superior contrast and black
levels.

 Curved

Monitors:

Designed with a curvature that mirrors the

natural curve of the human eye, often
providing a more immersive experience.

 Touchscreen Monitors:
Allows users to interact with the screen by
touching it, commonly found in kiosks,
tablets, and some computers.

 Plasma
Monitors:

Using ionized
gas to create
images was popular for a time but has
become less common.

 Printer:
 Impact Printers:
 Dot Matrix
Printers:
These printers use a print head with pins
that strike an inked ribbon to create
characters
on paper.
They are known
for their
durability
and ability to
print multi-part
forms.

 Line Printers:

These printers print an entire line of text at

once. They are generally faster than dot
matrix printers but are
less common today.
  Daisy Wheel
Printers:

Similar to
typewriters,
these printers use
a rotating
wheel with
characters
to print. They are not commonly used
anymore.

 Speaker:
A hardware output device that produces
sound. It converts electrical signals into
 audible sound waves, allowing users to
hear audio from the computer.

 Plotters:
A plotter is a computer output device
that uses pens or other drawing tools to
create hard copies of graphics and
drawings, often large-scale ones like
engineering drawings or architectural
plans. Unlike printers that print with
dots, plotters draw continuous lines and
curves.

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