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What is the job description of the employee/manager in this area of study?
Firstly, the IT Manager oversees the entire organization's technology as well as all IT related staff.
Additionally, they are responsible for maintaining and implementing networks, software, and hardware to meet the business goals.
One of the most essential aspects of IT is the hardware that allows devices to simply function.
Hardware refers to the physical components of any electronic device. Anything you can touch regarding technology is considered hardware.
Hardware in Information Technology can be categorized into:
- Input Devices
- Output Devices
- Processing Devices
- Storage Devices
- Networking Devices
- Peripheral Devices
a) Input Devices
These devices are used to enter data into the computer system.
- Keyboard
- Mouse
- Scanner
- Webcam
- Microphone
- Touchscreen
b) Output Devices
These devices display the results of processed data.
- Monitor
- Printer
- Speakers
- Projector
c) Processing Unit
This is the brain of the computer, responsible for executing instructions.
- Central Processing Unit (CPU)
- Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
- Motherboard
- RAM (Random Access Memory
)
d) Storage Devices
Used to store data and information.
- Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
- Solid State Drive (SSD)
- Optical Discs (CD/DVD)
- USB Flash Drives
- Memory Cards
e) Networking Hardware
Helps in connecting computers and sharing resources.
- Router
- Modem
- Network Interface Card (NIC)
- Switch
Hub
f) Peripheral Devices
Additional devices that expand functionality.
- External Hard Drives
- Game Controllers
- External DVD Drives