Understanding Your Computer - Basic Terminology by Dennis DEntremont
Have you ever wondered what the names are of the devices connected to, and in, your computer? There are many people out there who have never owned a computer or who have a computer but do not know what the proper terms are for the things that come with it. ... Mouse – This is the other most basic input device. ... It is a small mouse-like device connected to your computer that lets you move the pointer around the screen and click on icons. ... Computer – This is the device that houses the “Guts” of your computer.

Mouse Hunt – Not the Movie (Choosing the Perfect Mouse for Your Computer) by Ismael Tabije
Computer Mouse – it’s something you wouldn’t run away from. Instead, it is the one thing you would search for. In fact, every body is in search for a good one. And it has actually become a not-so-easy task to “hunt” for a good mouse – for your pc. What do you look for, when you say “good... This built-in mouse and mouse pad is operated by the fingers gliding along the pad which sends signals to the censors and eventually moves the cursor. ... Normally, the ball of the mouse is found inside the mouse.

New Wireless Keyboard is a Great Addition to a Media Center by Julia Hall
When it comes to getting the most productivity or enjoyment out of your computer, wireless devices go a long way. After all, with wireless input devices, you can move around easily to find a more comfortable position when you get too cramped in the same position you've been in for the past three... One in particular is the inclusion of a pointer device similar to the pointer device on a laptop computer, though smaller, that can be used in place of the mouse. ... This feature is especially valuable for anyone who appreciates not having to reach for the mouse, and find a surface to use it...

Why Laptops are Different than Desktops by Bonnie Archer
Laptops are different from desktops in the these ways; 1. Power supply: As desktops can be plugged in an outlet in the wall (AC Power) so can laptops with an AC adapter. But how a laptop is different from a desktop is that it is portable because batteries can also power laptops. ... Input Devices: On a desktop computer you usually use a mouse and keyboard to enter data and navigate. ... Instead they have one of three input devices in place of the mouse. ... With laptops keyboards are built in but since they are portable so they don't have a mouse.

How Notebooks are Different than Desktop PCs by Bonnie Archer
Laptops are different from desktops in the following ways; Power supply: As desktops can be plugged in an outlet in the wall (AC Power) so can laptops with an AC adapter. But how a laptop is different from a desktop is that it is portable because batteries can also power laptops. ... Input Devices: On a desktop computer you usually use a mouse and keyboard to enter data and navigate. ... Instead they have one of three input devices in place of the mouse. ... The docking station comes with many peripheral devices: full size computer monitor, full size keyboard and mouse, disk drives and...

What Are Touchscreens Used For? by Willson Peterson
The magic touch screens reduce mouse stress by letting your finger do the mousing. Here are a few examples of how touch input systems are being used today: Public Information Displays Information kiosks, tourism displays, trade show displays, and other electronic displays are used by many... By integrating the input device with the display, valuable workspace can be saved. ... Assistive Technology The touch screen interface can be beneficial to those that have difficulty using other input devices such as a mouse or keyboard.

Touch Screens by Kent Pinkerton
Wikipedia defines a touch screen as a display overlay. A touch screen is fundamentally an input device like a mouse only with touch screens, your finger on the display screen does all the functions a mouse pointer does. By simply touching the display screen, users can perform various functions. ... Touch screens are getting very popular as a friendlier input device. ... If you have a touch screen display for your home computer, you will probably never need a mouse again. ... Here, they are useful for providing information to customers.

Computer – Electronic Device that Makes Your Work Easy by Sumit Sehghal
A computer is an electronic machine that changes input in the form of some result. A computer consists of hardware and software and available in different sizes and designs. Today, computer is used in each and every field whether it is an educational institution, hospital, home, business etc. ... There are different I/O devices like keyboard, mouse, monitor, printers etc. ... A computer mainly consists of four main sections: Arithmetic and logic unit (ALU), control unit, memory unit and input and output devices.

What's Touch Screen Monitor? by Willson Peterson
Touch screen monitor is a type of display screen that has a touch-sensitive transparent panel covering the screen. Instead of using a pointing device such as a mouse or light pen, you can use your finger to point directly to objects on the screen. The benefits of such technology are obvious. ... Rather than lugging along extra input devices such as a mouse or a keyboard, the user need only his finger to manipulate the chosen device. ... But it's not just mobile devices that benefit from this type of input.

Desktop Computers by Marcus Peterson
A desktop computer is a computer that is built so that it can be used in a home or office setting. It is distinguished from a laptop or a much larger mainframe computer. The typical desktop computer will consist of three devices – namely, an input device, a processing device and an output device. ... The input device refers to your keyboard and mouse, the processing unit is the system unit (or central processing unit), and the output device refers to your monitor screen. ... Some of the best manufacturers around are Samsung, Dell, ViewSonic (for monitors) and Microsoft – the list goes on.