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  1. What are some examples of computer peripheral devices? - PC.net

    Apr 26, 2005 · What are some examples of computer peripheral devices? Answer: A computer peripheral, or peripheral device, is an external object that provides input and output for the computer.

  2. Definition of Peripheral

    Peripheral A computer peripheral is any external device that provides input and output for the computer. For example, a keyboard and mouse are input peripherals, while a monitor and printer are output …

  3. Definition of Plug and Play - PC.net

    While Plug and Play usually refers to computer peripheral devices, such as keyboards and mice, it can also be used to describe internal hardware. For example, a video card or hard drive may be a Plug …

  4. What are primary and secondary storage devices? - PC.net

    Aug 7, 2009 · What are primary and secondary storage devices? Answer: A computer stores data using several different methods. Therefore, there are different levels of data storage, which may may be …

  5. Definition of VDU

    Oct 29, 2009 · VDU Example: "A digital projector is often used as a VDU for PowerPoint presentations." A VDU is a Visual Display Unit. It is another term for monitor or screen, but may also refer to a …

  6. What is an Integrated Wireless Connection? - PC.net

    Feb 23, 2005 · Bluetooth is used to connect wirelessly to PDAs, cell phones, printers, wireless keyboards and mice, and other peripheral devices that support Bluetooth. It is not used to connect to …

  7. Definition of PC

    PC Stands for "Personal computer." PCs are what most of us use on a daily basis for work or personal use. A typical PC includes a system unit, monitor, keyboard, and mouse. Most PCs today also have …

  8. Definition of PS/2 - PC.net

    PS/2 PS/2 is a type of port used by older computers for connecting input devices such as keyboards and mice. The port was introduced with IBM's Personal System/2 computer in 1987 (which was …

  9. Definition of Joystick - PC.net

    Joystick A joystick is an input device commonly used to control video games. Joysticks consist of a base and a stick that can be moved in any direction. The stick can be moved slowly or quickly and in …

  10. How do I play or burn a CD/DVD if my computer doesn't have a

    Dec 3, 2018 · The easiest way to play or burn CD/DVD discs is to buy an external optical drive. Most optical drive peripheral devices connect via USB and are plug-and-play. That means you can simply …