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​A typewriter-like tool, which is used to send data or commands to the computer is called: ​
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A typewriter-like tool, which is used to send data or commands to the computer is called:

A.

Joystick

B.

Optical Character Reader (OCR)

C.

Mouse

D.

Keyboard

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (D) Keyboard.

Explanation:A keyboard is a typewriter-like tool used to send data or commands to a computer, enabling input through keystrokes.

Incorrect Options Explanations:

  • Joystick: Incorrect, used for controlling movement in video games, not for sending data or commands.
  • Optical Character Reader (OCR): Incorrect, used for scanning and recognizing text from physical documents.
  • Mouse: Incorrect, used for pointing and clicking, not primarily for typing data or commands.

Information Booster:

  • Keyboard: Primary input device, featuring keys for letters, numbers, and commands.
  • Types of Keyboards: QWERTY, DVORAK, Ergonomic designs.
  • Function: Allows users to interact with a computer by typing data, issuing commands, and navigating.
  • Discovery: The first typewriter keyboard was invented by Christopher Latham Sholes in 1868, which later influenced the design of modern computer keyboards.

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