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A handheld input device that allows for the control of a pointer on a display screen.	An input device controlled by rotating a ball that moves the cursor on the screen.
The degree of accuracy that an input device can achieve in moving the cursor.	The study of people's efficiency in their working environment, relevant in designing input devices.
The responsiveness of an input device to user movements.	A touch-sensitive surface that allows for finger movements to control the cursor.
Devices that use individual mechanical switches under each key for tactile feedback and durability.	Dots per inch; a measure of the sensitivity of an input device.

The top part of a key on a keyboard that users press.	Keyboards that use a pressure pad system, where the keys are part of a single, flexible membrane.
Keyboards that connect to a computer or device via Bluetooth or another wireless technology.	The study of designing equipment and devices that fit the human body's needs for comfort and efficiency.
Keyboards that feature illuminated keys to improve visibility in low-light conditions.	Keys on a keyboard that are dedicated to performing specific functions, often labeled F1 to F12.
A small set of keys that provides input for specific functions, often found on calculators or mobile devices.	A device consisting of keys that allows the input of data into a computer or other device.

A type of keyboard that uses a pressure pad to register key presses, typically quieter and less expensive.	A type of keyboard that uses individual mechanical switches for each key, providing tactile feedback.
The distance a key moves when pressed, which can affect the typing feel and responsiveness.	A dedicated section of keys on a keyboard or a separate device used for numerical input.
A scanner that feeds individual pages through a mechanism for automatic scanning.	A scanner that uses a flat glass surface for scanning documents and images.
A scanner that captures the physical dimensions of an object to create a 3D model.	A portable scanning device that is manually run over the item to be scanned.