No.The DB15HD will be recognized immediately.It's not really adapter,all it does is extend the length of your VGA cable by 6 feet.
By installing software for that purpose. Search for it online.
Yes it is when you are speaking in terms of plugging your monitor in the graphics adapter port.
You need a VGA adapter to play PS2 games on an old monitor.
Text adapter
To connect a Samsung 226BW monitor to an iMac, you'll need a DVI to Mini DisplayPort adapter if your iMac has a Mini DisplayPort output. Alternatively, if the iMac has Thunderbolt, a Thunderbolt to DVI adapter would also work. Ensure that the monitor's DVI input is compatible with the adapter you choose.
No. Windows 98 and later include the ability to use multiple displays by default.
Your Motherboard and Monitor
You need a DVI-A Male to HD15 VGA Female Video Adapter.
In terms of software drivers, most modern LCD TV monitors are plug-and-play-compatible with Windows XP. Display settings for the screen can be adjusted in Control Panel.
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An adapter card is an internal card that enables your computer to communicate with another peripheral such as a monitor.
video display adapter