These devices perform multiple functions, such as inputting and outputting data.
Example:
This could be an example of a touch screen which outputs an image while allowing the user to input data by pressing the screen or a multifunctional printer.
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Personal computers
These are small and inexpensive computers for use by individual users.
Example:
This could be an example of desktops and laptops, which are more portable and have built-in battery, screen and keyboards.
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Mobile devices
Smartphones and tablets are made with portability in mind to give people the internet access while on the go.
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Servers
These are powerful computers that provide services to other computers connected to the network.
Example:
This could be an example of a mail server that provides access to email services for all users on a network.
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Entertainment systems
These are devices for watching TV & Films, listening to music and playing video games.
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Digital cameras
These capture images and videos digitally using an image sensor and stores them as digital data on media such as a memory card or a hard drive.
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Navigation systems
These devices use a GPS (also known as Global Positioning Satellite) receiver to locate the user’s position on a digital map and provide directions to a given destination.
Example:
This can be an example of an in-car satnav which uses GPS location data with software to provide directions to given destination when driving.
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Communication devices and systems
These devices can send and receive analogue or digital data to and from another device.
Examples:
Traditional analogue examples include phones and faxes.
A modern digital example is a router which directs data across a network.
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Data capture and collection systems
These devices collect and input data through automated systems rather than direct data entry.
Examples:
There are examples of the uses of data capture and collection systems.
An barcode scanner; which inputs a barcode and converts the information in to data.
An optical mark reader; which reads pencil or pen marks on specially designed printed forms, such as lottery tickets and exam papers.
An EPOS (which stands for Electronic Point of Sale) system, which records sales and updates stock levels.
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Education & training
Online e-learning tools.
Distance learning degrees.
Classroom teaching – such as interactive whiteboards.
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