Answer: IPO is a short form for –
Input- Process – Output model
IPO is the output and input after the processing of information. Input is given first to get the desired output. This input is processed before the output is released.
It is a critical process for users in computation. An IPO cycle is a procedure for processing the information. Examples- calculator showing the results after entering the numbers.
Three elements of an IPO cycle:
- Input- Information is added via a device such as a keyboard.
- Processing- It is done by the CPU on the user’s demand.
- Output- Provided to the user via the monitor as per the requirements.