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What is an input device?

A device used to display data on a computer

A piece of hardware used to input data into a computer (correct)

A piece of software used to input data into a computer

A device used to store data in a computer

What is the most popular keyboard layout used today?

Alphabetically arranged keyboard

Multimedia keyboard

101-keys QWERTY keyboard (correct)

Mechanical keyboard

Why were the keys on the keyboard rearranged from alphabetical order?

To prevent key jams caused by fast typing (correct)

To reduce the size of the keyboard

To make typing more efficient

To make the keyboard more visually appealing

Which of the following is not an input device?

<p>Printer</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a barcode reader as an input device?

<p>To read and input data into a computer system</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Input Devices

An input device is a hardware component that allows users to enter data or instructions into a computer.

Keyboard Layout

The most popular keyboard layout used today is the QWERTY layout.

History of Keyboard Layout

The keys on the keyboard were rearranged from alphabetical order to slow down the typist's fingers to prevent keys from jamming together as the hammers inside the machine struck the ink ribbon to print the characters on the page.

Identifying Input Devices

The following is not an input device: (answer will vary depending on the options provided)

Barcode Reader

The purpose of a barcode reader as an input device is to capture and read barcode data, which is then transmitted to a computer for processing and storage.

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Test your knowledge of input devices with this quiz! Challenge yourself to identify and understand the various commonly used input units in computer systems, including keyboards, mice, joysticks, touch screens, scanners, and more. See how well you know these essential tools for entering data into a computer.