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Modern operating systems are designed to operate on top of a hardware abstraction layer (some even call it so). This allows the same operating system version to execute on a variety of hardware combinations, supporting a number of different processor types, motherboard chipsets, on-board audio, etc, etc.
Driver software is a general term for software which links the hardware abstraction layer to the real hardware, as one driver knows hows how to handle one processor type, and another knows how to handle another, for example.
Some modern operating systems strive for a very high level of hardware abstraction such that every device, even including the central processing unit itself, needs a driver. Other operating systems may deploy a less rigorous abstraction policy, and require explicit driver software only for certain components such as printers or video cards. These would support hardware which is diverse enough for the operating system's manufacture not to include implicit driver code within the operating system itself, but ultimately all code which interfaces with real hardware could be seen as a driver.
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A computer needs what kind of device in order to provide information to a person or another?
Output device
You have quicken on one computer can you access it on another in the same network getting wrong parameters error?
Usually quicken needs to be installed on each client computer as there are certain system files that need to be present for windows to operate quicken properly.
3 types of devices in computer?
If you are referring to parts within a computer then, every computer needs a motherboard, processor, memory (RAM), and a video card. You will also need a storage device for the Operating System (floppy, CD, Hard Drive, etc.) You will also need a HID, or Human interface Device (mouse, keyboard, touch screen, etc).
Can you use replace 5V 3.6A ac adapter to 5V 2.6A ac adapter?
Well, trying to clarify your question, if you have a device that normally has a 5V 3.6A adapter, than it likely needs to be able to draw up to 3.6 amps or so for the device to operate normally. So, a 5V 2.6 amp adapter may operate at times, but only when the device is trying to draw less than 2.6 amps. If the device tries to draw more than 2.6 amps than you run the chance of burning out your transformer (the AC adapter), or just not having your device work. Both adapters will put out the 5 volts, but the 2.6 amp adapter will not provide enough current. You can safely use a larger adapter than the 3.6A, as your device will only draw as much current at 5 volts as it needs. On another note, do not try an adapter that puts out the same current but more voltage. Such as 7.5 volts 3.6 amps. This will overdrive your device and potentially burn it out.
Who is a Computer designer?
A computer designer creates and integrates computer system to meet the needs of an organisation
Do you need a license to operate a scissor lift?
There are many vehicles in which the driver needs a certification or a license to operate. A Scissor lift is a vehicle in which the driver needs a certification in order to use it.
Who needs a driver's license?
Individuals who operate motor vehicles on public roads need a driver's license.
Why do you need a device driver on your computer?
A device driver is a set of rules and instructions that your operating system uses to know how to communicate with a specific piece of hardware like a scanner, printer and even the video and sound cards on your computer. As you get different types of printers, video cards, sound cards, etc your operating system needs this driver information to know how to send instructions to these devices in order for it to use them correctly.
What part of the computer is responsible for containing programs and the information your computer needs to operate?
The Central Processing Unit.
What needs to be stored in a computer in order for the computer to begin to operate by following the program's first instruction?
CPU
A computer needs what kind of device in order to provide information to a person or another?
Output device
What kind of program is a driver?
When you plug a device (such as a printer, camera, scanner or keyboard) into a computer the Operating system needs to communicate with this divice. Since these devices can be made by just about anyone, the operating system needs an 'interpreter'. This is the role of the driver. It interprets communication from the operating system to the device that's plugged in.
Can I use 1.5 amp power supply to operate a 220 miliamp device?
yes, as long as the voltage is the same, the device will only take what it needs as far as amperage.
What do i do when my computer says it crashed due to a mini dump?
Your computer didn't crash "due to" a mini-dump; it crashed for some other reason, and the "mini-dump" contains some error messages that your computer saved to explain WHY it crashed. There are "mini-dump" viewer programs that can often show you WHY your computer crashed, and that may be the information you need to fix the problem. For example, the mini-dump file may indicate that a device driver failed, such as a video driver or network interface. Knowing what crashed can allow you to know which driver needs to be updated.
What drive does a USB work on?
Are you asking whether you are asking for drive letter or drivers? If you are talking about drive letter, that all depends on what letter is open when you plug in your USB device. The computer will assign it the next letter in the alphabet. If you are talking about drivers, that is specific to the computer. Depending on the computer you have, you will need to do some research to figure out which driver it needs.
what are two reasons why a home computer scanner requires electromagnetic waves to operate?
The charge-coupled device contains a silicone chip that releases electrons by the photoelectric effect, producing an image. Visible light needs to reflect off an object and be captured by a charge-coupled device. :) ;) :> ^-^ (o)/
How does one setup an Inno device?
One simply needs to ensure that they have the correct installation files. Then, the device can easily be set up through the computer's Device Manager interface.
