Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Computing devices are electronic machines capable of processing data. They include computers, smartphones, tablets, servers, and any other device that can perform computations.
Related terms
Input Devices: Hardware components used to enter data into a computer system (e.g., keyboard, mouse).
Output Devices: Hardware components used to display or present processed data from a computer system (e.g., monitor, printer).
Central Processing Unit (CPU): The "brain" of the computer responsible for executing instructions and performing calculations.