is a standard modem considered to be a computer hardware
Yes. A modem, even a single chip modem, is a hardware device that modulates ("mo") and demodulates ("dem") analog signals for use in digital devices.
A modem is a piece of hardware. Mechanically installed in a computer to communicate with the internet or other computers. Software is a written program to operate within a computer.
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Modem is a hardware connect your computer with the ISP, then your computer can surf online.
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No. Firmware is a special piece of software on a device that controls it. The modem is considered only a hardware device.
its hardware that contains firmware
A modem
The computer hardware is the part which we can touch.
I think the device you're thinking of is a modem. A modem allows a computer to communicate over a phone line.
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Every piece of equipment that is installed in a computer is considered hardware. Some include hard drive, motherboard, CD-ROM drive, modem, NIC, fan, power supply, etc. Monitors, scanners and printers are considered peripherals, but are also hardware.