Week 5

  • Define input and differentiate among a program, command, and user response
  • Identify the keys and buttons commonly found on desktop computer keyboards, and describe how keyboards for mobile computers and devices differ from desktop computer keyboards
  • Describe different mouse types and explain how to use a mouse
  • Describe various types of touch screens and explain how a touch-sensitive pad works
  • Describe various types of pen input, and identify other types of input for smartphones
  • Summarize the purpose of various game controllers
  • Explain how resolution affects the quality of a picture captured on a digital camera
  • Describe the uses of voice recognition, Webcams, and video conferencing
  • Discuss how various scanners and reading devices work
  • Summarize the various biometric devices
  • Identify alternative input devices for physically challenged users