input output communication devices

• What is the focus of the video series mentioned?

  Computer hardware categorization
• How is hardware defined in the context of computers?

  Physical parts of the computer system
• What is an example of hardware mentioned in the text?

  The actual phone itself
• What two components make up a computer system?

  Hardware and software
• What is the role of software in relation to hardware?

  Instructions running on the hardware
• What are examples of hardware components mentioned?

  CPU, motherboards, touch screen, camera
• What are the categories of hardware devices discussed?

  • Input devices
  • Output devices
  • Communication devices
• What is the function of input devices?

  Provide data to a computer
• Give an example of an input device.

  Keyboard
• How does a mouse function as an input device?

  It communicates cursor position to the computer
• What is another example of an input device mentioned?

  Barcode reader
• What does a scanner do as an input device?

  Copies documents as files to the computer
• What is a webcam classified as?

  An input device
• How does a graphics tablet function as an input device?

  It sends drawing data to the computer
• What is an example of an input device mentioned for exams?

  Microphone
• What is the primary role of output devices?

  Receive data from a computer
• What is an example of an output device?

  Monitor
• How does a monitor function as an output device?

  It displays the computer's interface
• What is another example of an output device mentioned?

  Speakers
• What does a printer do as an output device?

  Produces physical copies of documents
• What are the examples of communication devices mentioned?

  • Hubs
  • Switches
  • Modems
  • Routers
  • Wireless access points
• How do communication devices differ from input and output devices?

  They work across multiple devices in networks
• What is the main function of hubs and routers?

  Enable data transfer between computers
• What will be covered in future videos?

  • More on software
  • Detailed discussion on communication devices
  • Categorization of hardware devices