Definition: A device which scans documents in order to convert them to a digital medium.

Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look! That's a very good definition you’ve read – it’s clear and concise. Let’s break that down a bit more, shall we? “Scanners” – think of them like little detectives for your papers! They scan – that means they examine something closely, piece by piece. The dictionary says they “convert them to a digital medium.” Now, what does ‘digital’ mean? It means information is represented as numbers, not letters and pictures printed on paper. So, imagine you have a lovely drawing or a handwritten note. A scanner reads that picture, then turns it into a computer file – like a photograph saved on your phone! It's taking something physical and making it live inside the machine. Think of it like this: "A scanner’s the tool, precise and keen, Turning paper to pixels, a digital scene!" Does that make sense? Do you have any questions about how scanners work or what they do? Don't hesitate to ask!