1. Lever-Duffy, J. &McDonald, J.B. (2011). Teaching and Learning with Technology(4th ed.). Boston, MA. Pearson Publishing INC.
2. Input Device is the computer peripherals that are used to enter data.
2.1. Keyboards
2.1.1. The Keyboard is a used to input data using alpha numeric characters that can also be used to send other commands to the computer's operating system (Lever-Duffy & McDonald, 2011).
2.1.1.1. Benefits: Utilizing a keyboard makes the information look neater, easier to read by all.
2.1.1.1.1. Challenge: Teaching the students the proper technique for typing and making them feel comfortable using the keyboard.
3. Output Devices are computer hardware that transfers data to means other than the computer.
3.1. A Printer is an output device that transfers data to create a hard copy of what you created on the computer document also known as the softcopy.
3.1.1. Benefits: Utilizing a keyboard makes the information look neater, easier to read by all.Printers help to produce a hardcopy of a document created on your computer; they can also produce transparencies (Lever-Duffy, 2011, p. 120).
3.1.1.1. Challenge: The printers install drivers usually from a Compact disc set up may be complicated and sometimes the printer does not communicate well with the computer and needs to be reinstalled.