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COM IGCSE ICT 0417 SECTION 2AB: INPUT DEVICES PT3

Very easy to use

Used in drawing applications
Used where a graphics tablet is too big Cheap to buy
Used with CRT monitors Needs adequate desk space to move around
Very precise way of pointing
Light Pen
Mouse Ability to control the cursor
Used where space is limited Features of... Can Scroll through & Select a Menu
Easy to keep clean Can highlight text
Can be used even while wearing gloves

Enters details from a barcode if reader doesn't work

Used at EFTPOS terminals
Braille for the blind
Ergonomic to avoid Health issues Types of... Used by people with disabilities
Wireless Easy to use
Keyboard Trackerball User moves ball on top/side
Constant use can cause RSI
Gets dirty quickly More expensive than mice
Disadv of...
Fast typing requires practice
Many mistakes can be made during typing
Robust: Sturdy and strong in form Adv of... Side to side
Movement of... Up and down
Diagonally
Used at EFTPOS terminals Joystick Used by gamers
Found in ATM machines Keypad Used by fighter pilots
Found on Mobile phones
Adds to the fun of playing games

Simple to use Found on most Laptops

Requires batteries to run
Remote Control Touch Pad Has no moving parts
Only used with device bought with
Difficult to use at first
Buttons can't be re-programmed

Title: SECTION 2AB: Input Devices Author: Mr. Yusuf Alert Date: Sep. 10, 2010

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10/09/2010