Process (computer systems)

Process (computer systems)

1. INPUT devices

   • Keyboard- allows the user to enter data by pressing on keys
   • Mouse- allows you to select icons
   • Touchscreen- allows you to open apps on a touchscreen device such as a mobile phone or tablet
   • Microphone- picks up sound and converts it into digital input data
   • Heat sensor- the heat sensor detects the surrounding temperature and produces an input to the system

2. OUTPUT devices

   • Computer monitor- presents output as an image. 'Image' is not just a picture it is also text etc
   • Printer- prints out documents
   • Speakers- output sounds eg. music
   • LED light- lights up when an output is sent to it

3. STORAGE devices

   • Memory stick- allows you to save images or videos or music on compact stick
   • CD- allows you to store music on a more compact storage device
   • DVDs- store video on a portable disc
   • SD- cards help you store photos and videos and downloads on to portable devices eg. tablet, mobile phone, computer, cameras

4. Program

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