Input Devices
An input device is one that transfers information from outside the computer system to an internal storage location, such as system RAM, video RAM, flash memory, or disk storage. Without input devices, computers would be unable to change from their default boot-up state. The following sections detail different classes of input devices and a hub, of sorts, used for switching between the most common of these devices. We will also demonstrate the similarities shared by devices that provide input to computer systems as well as their differences. Installation considerations will be presented where appropriate. The following input devices are covered in the following sections:
- Mouse
- Keyboard
- Barcode reader
- Multimedia devices
- Biometric ...
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