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“ Components of Computer/Computer Peripherals”

What do you mean by peripheral devices?

Peripheral device. An input/output unit of a system that feeds data into and/or receives data
from the central processing unit of a digital device.

What is peripheral devices and its components?


 peripheral device is an internal or external device that connects directly to a computer or
other digital device but does not contribute to the computer's primary function, such as computing.
It helps end users access and use the functionalities of a computer
What are the components of peripherals?
he three categories of peripherals are input devices, output devices, and storage devices that
include dual input/output devices. Input devices are devices that send information to the computer.
Why are peripheral devices important?

Without peripherals, your communication with your computer would be far more limited.
Peripherals are the devices external to your computer that take in information, allow the computer
to put out information in visible and audible form, and perform other important tasks.

How do peripherals work?


Devices such as speakers, printers, scanners and webcams are all considered computer
peripherals because they expand the functionality of the computer system itself. These devices usually
work through the use of drivers, small programs designed to make the peripheral and your system
work together in harmony.

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