Computer Peripherals

What are Peripherals

A peripheral is a device that is connected to a host computer, but not part of it. It expands the host's capabilities but does not form part of the core computer architecture. It is often, but not always, partially or completely dependent on the host.

Types of peripherals
Input
Used to interact with, or send data to the computer (mouse, keyboards, etc.)

Output
Provides output to the user from the computer (monitors, printers, etc.)

Storage
Stores data processed by the computer (hard drives, flash drives, etc.)

Common Peripherals

Input
Keyboard Mouse Touchscreen Scanner Webcam Microphone
Other Input devices

Output
Display devices Graphical output device Speaker Printer Other Output devices

Storage
Hard Drives
CD/DVD/BD Drives

Flash Drives Other Storage Devices

What are NOT peripherals

Computer Casing Power Supply Unit Motherboard CPU RAM

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