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Did the first expansion slots on early PCs have a 16-bit data path and ran at 8.33 MHz?
No. The first expansion slots on IBM PCs (and compatibles) had only an 8-bit data path, and ran at 8 Mhz.
Were the expansion slots called PCI slots on early PCs?
They were known as an "expansion bus". So-called because the expansion cards with edge connectors, plugged directy into the bus board. (Today we would call it a motherboard) There were 3 bus standards: Industry Standard Architecture (ISA) Micro Channel Architecture (MCA) Extended Industry Standard (EISA) I hope that helps. Michael Sharp, CEO hostyouridea.com
Unlike PCs laptops do not use traditional expansion slots to add peripheral devices but use what instead?
Historically laptops used PCMCIA expansion slots, but these days this has generally been depreciated in favour of USB peripherals.
Which motherboard form factor places expansion slots obn a special riser card and it used in low- profile pcs?
NLx
Does windows visa have an sd card slot?
Windows is an operating system. Slots are on the computer. Some PCs have slots and some don't.
How many IDE controllers do most PCs have?
normally 2 IDE slots...
Which expansion slot is now most commonly used on new motherboards?
pcs
What expansion slot is used for video adapters?
There are a few you can use, Much older PCs will have options like AGP and PCI slots Standard computers today will have the more common PCI and PCI-E slots You will find that before, these were necessary for expand to higher quality video rendering hardware but newer technology allows for expansion through a USB port. They sell devices that allow you to hook up a small piece of hardware to the computer that then lets you expand to multiple monitors, and provides better hardware for better visual quality as well.
What are some ways in which modern computers are different from those of the past?
A few of the differences in PCs are: Faster busses (lines of internal communication), such as USB and firewire. Faster expansion slots (for video cards, sound cards, etc), specifically PCI Express. New hard drive interfaces (Serial ATA) for faster data retrieval. Smaller "footprint" (desk coverage) availability, such as the shuttle PCs. New cooling systems available (including water-cooled and case refrigeration).
What challenges might you face upgrading a smaller computer?
One problem with smaller computers is that they tend to use custom or proprietary parts. They are often too small or lack the expansion slots needed for upgrades. The things you want to upgrade might be built into the motherboard. The compact PCs often use boards similar to those in other PCs, but with parts removed, so you often don't have all the necessary hardware or connectors needed, so you might not be able to install all the RAM the chipset was made to handle. The smaller PCs often rely on smaller power supplies which won't be able to handle too many upgrades.
How much does it cost to connect four PCs to a cable modem?
Not necessarily more than the price of a hub, or a router with four extra slots. Check at any PC store for a hub or router.
Typesof cell phones?
There is no such thing as a "type of cell phone". There are different types of networks, however. The first major type is GSM. This is used by Cingular/AT&T Wireless and T-Mobile. It uses time slots to allow multiple people to use one tower. The next major type is CDMA. This is used by Verizon Wireless, Alltel, Sprint/Nextel (to an extent), and TechMaster Telecom. It uses multiple frequencies to allow multiple users. The final type is PCS. This is used by Sprint/Nextel and Verizon Wireless where CDMA is not available. Because PCS is a form of GSM, it uses multiple time slots.
