2.2d) What are input devices? Give examples.

 Input devices are hardware components used to provide data and control signals to a computer. They allow users to interact with and input information into the system.

Examples of Input Devices:

1. Keyboard: For typing text and commands.
2. Mouse: For pointing, clicking, and selecting items on the screen.
3. Microphone: For audio input, such as voice or sound recording.
4. Scanner: For digitizing physical documents or images.
5. Webcam: For capturing video input.
6. Joystick or Game Controller: For gaming and navigation.
7. Touchscreen: For directly interacting with the screen through touch.

These devices serve as the starting point for tasks performed on a computer.