Question

The input and output devices are collectively known as –​

Answer 1

Peripheral devices

Explanation:

Computer system is a combination of input and output devices.

Output devices are those which make information human accessible or understandable e.g. printer, monitor etc.

Whereas input devices are those which provide information to the computer or processing unit. Example of input devices are keyboard etc.

Together these devices are called peripheral devices.

Answer 2

Peripheral devices

Explanation:

The CPU is the heart of a computer. The information is sent and received from a computer through the peripherals.

• Peripherals that send information to the CPU for processing are called input devices. Example: Keyboard, mouse, etc.
• Peripherals that help in transferring information from a computer after processing, to the user are called output devices. Example: Monitor, printer, etc.