Input/Out Devices
by Sassi Pyle
1. Input Devices
1.1. Keyboard
1.2. Pointing Devices
1.2.1. Trackball
1.2.2. Joystick
1.2.3. Touch Pad
1.2.4. Stylus
1.2.5. Mouse
1.3. Webcams
1.3.1. Benefit
1.3.1.1. Allows student to see the presentor
1.3.2. Challenges
1.3.2.1. Cost associated with the equipment
2. Output Devices
2.1. Printer
2.1.1. Benefit
2.1.1.1. hard copy information
2.1.2. Challenges
2.1.2.1. Output of finished produce based on type of printer
2.1.2.1.1. Ink-Jet
2.1.2.1.2. Laser
2.1.2.1.3. Multifunctional
2.2. Laser
2.3. Monitor
2.4. Headphones or Head sets
2.5. Speakers
3. Hardware
3.1. Memory or RAM
3.1.1. Benefit
3.1.1.1. Performance, its how well the computer runs or operates
3.1.1.1.1. Faster computing experience
3.1.2. Challenges
3.1.2.1. Lack of memory leads to slower performance
3.2. USB Port or Flash Drive
4. Software
4.1. Operating System
4.2. Applications
4.2.1. Benefits
4.2.1.1. Promotes learning
4.2.1.2. Educational Variety
4.2.1.2.1. Language programs
4.2.2. Challenges
4.2.2.1. Cost
4.2.2.2. What programs to choose
4.2.2.3. Relativity