In plain words
Input is what enters the system so the computer has something to respond to or process.
Why learners confuse it
Many devices do both input and output jobs, so it helps to name which direction the information is moving.
Input
Input is information that goes into the computer.
Terminology mastery
Input
When people cannot tell input from output, device problems become much harder to name clearly.
Pronunciation: IN-poot Say it like: IN-poot
Plain meaning
Input is what the computer receives from a person, device, or another system.
Explain it to a kid
Input is what you give to the computer so it has something to work with.
Often confused with
- output
Examples
- Keyboard presses are input.
- Microphone audio is input.
What to do next
Best next step LearningStudy the larger concept after the word itself becomes clear.