IGCSE ICT Chapter 2 – Input Devices

Welcome to Chapter 2 of the Cambridge IGCSE ICT course by Nivan Academy.
In this lesson, we explore input devices—the tools that allow us to communicate with computers.
From keyboards and mice to scanners and biometric devices,
you will understand how physical data is transformed into digital input in both manual and automatic ways.

💡 What You Will Learn

• Definition and role of input devices in computer systems
• Examples: keyboard, mouse, touchscreen, scanner, joystick, microphone
• How input devices convert physical actions into digital signals
• Specialized input devices for users with disabilities
• Difference between manual and automatic data entry
• Real-life and business applications of input technologies

🖼️ Visual Summary

Keyboard

Biometric Scanner

Touch & Sensors

📂 Downloadable Resources – Chapter 2

📑 Notes

 

🗂️ Classified Questions

 

📋 Mark Scheme

 

✨ Why Choose This Lesson?

• Short video explanation (5–7 mins)
• Interactive quiz with instant feedback
• Downloadable notes with clear diagrams
• Bilingual support (English + Arabic keywords)
• Perfect for IGCSE ICT students (Grade 9–10)

🔑 Keywords

Input Devices, Keyboard, Mouse, Scanner, Biometric Devices, Automatic Data Capture, ICT Cambridge, Nivan Academy, Chapter 2, IGCSE ICT, Manual Input, Touchscreen

🚀 Get ready to explore how we communicate with computers using different input technologies – in classrooms, offices, and real life!