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Computer Hardware
Computer hardware is a general term used to refer to all the physical parts of a computer. Internal hardware devices include hard drives and motherboards, while external hardware devices include monitors, mice, keyboards, and printers.
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Flatbed scanners work on almost the same principles as what?
Flatbed scanners work on almost the same principles as copiers.
If clock speed increases then what happens to processor speed?
Th clock speed is the processor speed. It is simply the amout of operations the processor can do per second. However if the processor has multiple cores, it will be as fast as number of cores * clock speed. Note that the processor speed is not the overall computer speed.
Which layer of the OSI model does an access layer LAN switch use to make a forwarding decision?
Layer 2.
What is an example of partitioning?
By far the most common use of partitioning on windows systems is to have just one big partition (drive C:) which accounts for 100% of the hard disk. All system files and user data are stored in this one single partition.
On Linux systems the hard disk is usually split up into 2 or 3 partitions, one for system files, one for applications, and a third for swap files.
When dual-booting, (installing two separate operating systems on the same system) it is common to install them onto separate partitions.
Most modern operating systems run a partition manager as part of their install routine. The installation process itself will walk you through partitioning the disks as needed. In the past it was necessary to configure all of this manually, but that is rarely the case these days.
If a local bus connects to the slower io controller hub of the chipset it is called a bus?
Local I/O Bus
If you have used 8.1 MB how much MB do you have left if there is 1 GB?
If you have used 8.1 MB out of 1 GB it means you still have 991.9 MB left. 1GB is equal to 1000 MB
What is the cheapest way to build a gaming computer in the UK?
Build it yourself from parts purchased at your local crack den
Advantages and disadvantages of crt monitor?
There are no technical advantages to CRT monitors anymore.
The only thing they're good for is a cheap back up in case your LCD dies.
They can be had for as little as $5 at garage sales, and $20 at local computer stores, as well as free on curbsides and from businesses or friends who are upgrading or just have old stuff sitting around. Also, freecycle, here in the U.S., is always giving them away.
Can a motherboard have more than one bus and different protocols?
A motherboard can have more than one bus and each using a different protocols.
What should you do if you don't care to click Shut Down to turn off your computer?
Unplug it..., and this is really a question. :S
What is one thing you can regularly do to prevent a computer system from overheating?
Keep it clean.
Dust buildup on the heat sinks (especially the CPU) can cause it to overheat and potentially do permanent damage.
List three ways you can adjust your workstation to be more ergonomic?
Ergonomic input devices, such as a ergonomic keyboard or mouse can help.
Adjusting the chair to allow for straight backs and not slouching over, some chairs have posture support for that.
Adjusting the monitor to be at or as close to eye level as possible and a safe distance from the eyes. Make sure to take a few minutes of break by looking away from your monitor ever hour or so. That will help with eye strain.
USB Ports enable use of External Devices such as Wireless Network Cards & Hard drives on Notebooks.
Yoshi is Mario's sidekick, not Luigi. Luigi is more of Mario's right-hand man and brother. He can do everything Mario can so Yoshi would fit more in the "sidekick" than Luigi would.
Can emachines t6212 support a radeon HD 5450?
I tried it on mine and it did not work. Though, there should be many hd cards out there that will work. The emachines representative said the bios has a problem with this particular card but didn't care to mention a card that will work.
Are electrical cords and cable wires for computers TV cable boxes insulated?
Yes, of course they are insulated. If they were not the signals would short out and be unusable. If electric power cords were not insulated they would short out and blow the breaker (or worse start a fire)!
Does a single device driver typically communicates with several different hardware devices?
No, each hardware device has specific drivers.
Can you still use the hard drive if it is formattted?
yes but if its the only 1 u have dont do it cause what a format is it completely counts and erases EVERYTHING on it so if u have windows 7 or what ever it will delete it and ur computer wont run unless u put a Operating System on it
Is 2.90 ghz processor and 750 GB and 7200 rpm HDD and 8 GB RAM good for gaming?
First off before, Desktops are better for gaming. So if you are trying to decide between a laptop or desktop, go for the desktop all around better. But to answer your question it doesn't always matter about RAM or any of that. The biggest thing is the Video Card, But yes if you have a good card in with that it would be a pretty good gaming computer. The best gaming computers are Alienware, check them out if your thinking about a new computer!
Why does my computer says my HDMI cable is unplugged and its plugged in?
There are a few possibilities!
1) Your display(graphics) adapter is malfunctioning, try re-installing drivers.
2) Your HDMI cable is defective
3) Your monitor is defective
If re-installing the graphics drivers doesn't work, swap out the HDMI cable first (they're super cheap). Then try a different monitor, then swap out your GPU (Graphics Card)
Why is it necessary to consider the capabilities of each computer parts when upgrading?
When you are upgrading your computer you will need to check what parts you need. For instance, you may be overpaying for something you don't need or you may buy something that is under powered for your computing needs. It is best to see what suits you when buying computer parts.
Can you put game files on the sandisk cruzer crossfire?
yes, just make sure the entire program file for crossfire is on the sandisk.
