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The Four Categories of Computer Hardware
Updated on January 28, 2019
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An illustration of desktop computer set comprising all the categories of computer hardware.
An illustration of desktop computer set comprising all the categories of computer hardware.
Computer hardware refers to the physical devices that make up a computer. Examples include the keyboard, monitor and disk drive.
Hardware devices can be classified into four distinct categories:
Input devices: For raw data input.
Processing devices: To process raw data instructions into information.
Output devices: To disseminate data and information.
Storage devices: For data and information retention.
1. Input Devices
Components which are used to input raw data are categorized under input devices. They aid in feeding data such as text, images, and audiovisual recordings. They even aid in file transfers between computers.
The keyboard is probably the most commonly used input device. Below are just some other types of input devices.
A microphone is an example of a sound input device.
A microphone is an example of a sound input device.
Input Type
Examples
Pointing Device
Mouse, touchpad, touchscreen, multi-touch screen, pen input, motion sensor, graphics tablet, interactive smartboard, and fingerprint scanner.
Game Controller
Joystick, gamepad, and steering wheel.
Audio Input Device
Microphone and midi keyboard.
Bluetooth Peripheral
Keyboard, mouse, headset, gamepad, printer.
Visual and Imaging Device
Webcam, digital camera, digital camcorder, TV capture card, biometric scanner, and barcode reader.
Network Device
Ethernet hardware and Bluetooth/wireless hardware.