Question

Printed output form of a computer is called

• A. Hard Copy
• B. Soft Copy
• C. Tray Copy
• D. Stencil Copy

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Hard Copy

• Hard Copy:

  • A physical, tangible output produced by a device, typically a printer or plotter.

  • Examples: Printed documents, photographs, blueprints.

  • Key Feature: It is permanent and exists outside of the computer system.

• Soft Copy:

  • Digital output displayed temporarily on a device.

  • Examples: The image on a monitor or screen, sound from a speaker, or video projected onto a wall.

  • Key Feature: It is non-permanent and disappears when the device is turned off.