Explanation:

Optical Character Recognition (OCR) is a technology used to convert printed or handwritten text into digital (machine-readable) text.

• The device that performs OCR is an Optical Scanner (specifically an OCR-enabled scanner).
• It scans documents and uses OCR software to recognize characters and convert them into editable text.

Additional Information

• OMR Scanner
  • OMR stands for Optical Mark Recognition, which is used to read marks made on pre-designed forms, such as multiple-choice answer sheets.
  • Unlike OCR, OMR does not recognize text but detects the presence or absence of marks in specific areas.
  • OMR scanners are commonly used in educational assessments, surveys, and voting systems.
• Flatbed Scanner
  • A flatbed scanner is a general-purpose scanning device that captures high-resolution images of documents, photos, or other objects placed on its glass surface.
  • It does not perform OCR by default but can be combined with OCR software to convert scanned images into text.
  • Flatbed scanners are versatile and widely used in offices and homes for document digitization.
• Barcode Reader
  • A barcode reader is a device used to scan and decode barcodes containing encoded information about products or items.
  • It uses laser or imaging technology to read barcodes and convert the data into a usable format, typically for inventory management or point-of-sale systems.
  • Barcode readers are not designed to recognize text or characters like OCR scanners.