Peripherals are external devices or components that connect to a computer, microcontroller, or embedded system to expand its functionality, enable input/output operations, or provide additional features.
Facilitate communication between the system and external devices
Enable data input, output, storage, or processing
Enhance the overall capabilities of electronic systems
Input devices: keyboards, mice, touchscreens, sensors
Output devices: displays, speakers, LEDs
Storage devices: external drives, memory cards
Communication modules: USB, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi