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Now let us learn about more input devices.

              Scanner

              A scanner is used to read paper documents, images or pictures and
              send them as input into the computer. A scanner can be connected

              to a computer using a USB cable.



                                Joystick

                                A joystick is used to play games on a computer. It helps control the different
                                movements or actions in the game.




              Touchscreen

              A touchscreen is used to enter data by simply touching the screen.

              Touch screens works with fingers that acts as a pointing device and
              the object on the screen is pointed using a finger.




                                  Microphone

                                  A microphone is used to record voice, music and sounds that can be stored

                                  on a computer.




              Web Camera

              A web camera is used to take pictures in digital form and store photographs in the
              computer. It is also known as webcam. It is commonly used for video conferencing.




                                         Light Pen


                                         A light pen is used to point to objects or draw on the screen in a way like
                                         a touch screen. It is used to draw text and diagrams on the monitor.


                         Art Integration Learning

                         #Drawing


                 Draw your favourite input device on chart paper. Also write its use.

                                                                                                            #Activity




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