Some hardware can be added to the computer without having to restart or power down the computer. After a short period of time the device driver automatically loads and the hardware is available to applications and the user. This type of hardware is considered compatible with what type of technology?

Plug and play technology

Explanation:

Plug and play technology also know as PnP allows user to directly connect devices to a computer and start using inmediatly. Other way user must have to search and install drivers for each component.

Usually PnP comes for regular use devices like: Keyboards, mouses, flashmemories, cameras, and others