Chapter 3

Input, Output, and Storage

Learning objectives

  • Define input and describe the available types of keyboards and pointing devices
  • Describe scanning and image-capturing device types and features
  • Define output and explain the types of output devices available
  • Differentiate between types of monitors and explain their features
  • Differentiate between types of printers and identify the best printer for a task
  • Classify storage devices according to their capacities, interface, and media
  • Explain cloud and network storage, and identify online and network-based storage technologies

Selecting and Using Input Devices

Selecting and Using Output Devices

Choosing Appropriate Storage Devices

Chapter 2 explained the inner workings of a computer inside ...

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