1. This document discusses various methods of data capture and input in information technology. It describes different ways of collecting data, such as through questionnaires, surveys, and automated methods like document readers, barcodes, and sensors. It also discusses the design of data capture forms and turnaround documents. 2. Input methods are then explained, such as keyboards, mice, document readers, scanners, and other devices. Specific document readers like OMR, OCR, and MICR are defined. Finally, the use of barcodes and magnetic stripes to encode information is covered.