Peripheral

A hardware device that allows a computer to perform an additional function but is not something the computer needs in order to work. Below are some good examples of computer peripherals.

Keyboard
Mouse
Printer
Plotter
Scanner
Projector
Tape drive

Unlike the computer a peripheral is incapable of operating by itself and relies on the computer to function properly.

Also see: Accessory, Bells and whistles, Hardware

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