input and output

input and output

1. what is an Input device?

   • a piece of computer hardware equipment used to supply a data processing system including a computer or information appliance with control and data signals
   • why is it so important?
     • to enable computer operators to have control of the computer and send data such as text, images, or sounds to the computer.

2. what is an output device?

   • a piece of computer equipment that receives data from one source and converts it into another form
   • why is it so important?
     • Output devices allow users to better interact with computer equipment