Peripheral devices are external hardware devices attached to a computer. Input devices receive signals or data into the system, such as keyboards, mice, webcams, barcode readers, image scanners, and touch screens. Output devices send signals or data from the computer, including display devices like computer monitors, LCD projectors, and printers. The document provides details on common input devices like keyboards, mice, webcams, barcode readers, image scanners, and touch screens. It also describes output devices such as display devices, computer monitors, and LCD projectors.