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Peripheral devices are external hardware components that enhance a computer's functionality by assisting in input, output, and storage tasks. They are categorized into input devices, output devices, and storage devices, each serving distinct roles in user interaction and data management. As technology advances, these devices are becoming more sophisticated and integrated with smart technologies.

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Peripheral

Peripheral devices are external hardware components that enhance a computer's functionality by assisting in input, output, and storage tasks. They are categorized into input devices, output devices, and storage devices, each serving distinct roles in user interaction and data management. As technology advances, these devices are becoming more sophisticated and integrated with smart technologies.

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PERIPHERAL

Devices
Peripheral Devices
Introduction to Peripheral Devices
Peripheral devices are external hardware components
that connect to a computer to add functionality or assist
in input, output, and storage tasks. They are not part of
the core computer architecture (CPU, motherboard, and
memory) but are essential for interacting with the
system.
TYPES OF PERIPHERAL DEVICES
Peripheral devices are generally classified into three main categories:

Input Devices – Used to provide data and control signals to the computer.
Examples: Keyboard, mouse, scanner, microphone, webcam, joystick.

Output Devices – Used to receive data from the computer and present it in a usable
form.
Examples: Monitor, printer, speakers, headphones, projector.

Storage Devices – Used to store data and files, both temporarily and permanently.
Examples:Hard drives (HDDs and SSDs), USB flash drives, CDs/DVDs, memory cards.
Importance of peripheral device
Enhance Usability:
Make computing systems more functional and user-friendly.

Enable Communication:
Facilitate interaction between the user and the computer.

Support Multimedia:
Essential for video, audio, and graphical tasks.

Extend Storage:
Provide additional or portable data storage options
Examples in real life

In an office:
Printers, scanners, and external drives are common peripherals.

In gaming:
Controllers,VR headsets, and gaming keyboards enhance the experience.

In education:
Interactive whiteboards and projectors serve as output peripherals.
Conclusion
Peripheral devices are a crucial part of modern
computing, enabling input, output, and storage
operations that support both basic and advanced
computer functions. As technology evolves,
peripherals continue to become more
sophisticated, wireless, and integrated with smart
devices.

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