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Hybrid Devices

                  Hybrid devices are gadgets that can do more than one thing. It can act as both an input and an
                  output device. Some of the hybrid devices are:
                      Touchscreen: A touchscreen device is a type of input and output device
                     that allows users to interact with it by touching the screen. It can respond
                     to  taps,  swipes,  and  other  gestures  made  directly  on  the  screen.
                     Touchscreen  devices are  commonly used  in smartphones,  tablets,
                     laptops, and even some computers. They allow users to control the device
                     by touching icons or buttons on the screen, making them easy to use without a mouse or
                     keyboard.
                                           Webcam: A webcam is a  device that  captures  video and  audio  for
                                         communication. It lets users see and hear each other during video calls
                                         and streams. This makes webcams useful for online meetings and content
                                         creation, improving digital communication.


                      Smartphone: A smartphone is a gadget that lets you do many things.
                     You can type messages, take pictures, and use various apps (input). It
                     also shows you videos, plays music, and makes calls (output).


                                     Headset: A headset is a device that combines headphones, for listening, with a
                                  microphone,  for  speaking.  It  is commonly used  for  activities like online
                                  communication,  gaming,  and  virtual  meetings, allowing  users to  hear  audio
                                  clearly and speak hands-free.


                       Smartwatch: A smartwatch is a wearable device that shows the time, tracks
                     your fitness, and displays notifications from your phone (output). It also allows
                     you to respond to messages or make calls using its touchscreen (input).

                                             Laptop: A laptop is a portable computer that lets you type documents,
                                           browse the Internet, and play games (input). It also displays information
                                           on its screen and plays sound through its built-in speakers (output).



                      Smart Board: A smart board  is  a large interactive  screen used
                     in classrooms. You can write on it and interact with it using touch
                     or special pens (input). It can also show videos, presentations, and
                     diagrams (output).
                  Storage Devices

                  Storage devices refer to the components that store data temporarily or permanently, enabling
                  the computer to perform tasks efficiently. It is essential for both processing and data storage.
                      Primary Storage Devices: Primary storage devices, also known as main or internal memory,
                     are critical for a computer's operation. They temporarily hold data and instructions that the
                     CPU needs for processing.



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