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A discrete device/component is not installed directly on the motherboard. See Discrete Graphics Card.
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As we do not know what device you are referring to nor what programs and applications are installed we cannot answer
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Device Manager will have a list of all devices installed on your computer.
The software is either embedded in a device, such as a hand-held device or appliance, or installed on a computer.
You get your computer to recognize a DVD writer by ensuring the correct device drivers are installed and properly. Without drivers, the computer will treat it as an Unknown Device.
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device driver
Operating System control the overall operation of the computer and it interacts directly with the hardware. Two other types of system softwares (that interacts directly with hardware) are Device Drivers and Unility Programs. Utility Programs provides an addition to the capabilities provided by the Operating System. These are the computer programs that perform a particular function related to computer system management and maintenance. Some examples of Utility Programs are Antivirus, Data Compression Softwares, Disk Optimization Softwares, Data Backup Softwares etc.
To transfer (data or programs) from a server or host computer to one's own computer or device.
No, They are also available on expansion cards.