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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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Does all computers have a drive for video card?

Pretty much every computer that was built after 1995 would have a slot for some kind of video card. However, it may be a now unpopular slot type, like AGP, instead of PCI or PCI-e

What is the difference between Smart Media xD Compact Flash MMCSD and Memory Stick Pro and what are the best ones to use to save files on my computer?

Each camera manufacturer uses specific types of memory cards. Smart Media is a dying (probably dead) type of card. xD is used primarily by Fuji or Olympus, Compact Flash was the defacto memory card for high end cameras and is still used, although some camera manufacturers are switching to SD cards, SD cards are the most common cards now, and Memory Stick Pro is used mainly by SONY. There is no best card. Once you feel that you are at end of a photo session, ie. a wedding, this years Christmas parties, you should dump your card to your computer's hard drive. These files should be backed up to either an external hard drive or preserved on a CD or DVD. This is best done when you can fill the CD or DVD (to minimize the number of backup CD's/DVD's in a backup location.

What are the benefits from having a slave drive?

If you have more than one drive it will allow you to simply hold more information. (master + slave = total). I believe it also allows you to set up an array of RAID if you have the proper controller.

What make a USB port not read?

Many different factors can make your USB port to not function. If the port is external, then something simple such a the right drivers from the manufacturer's web site can resolve your problem, this can also be the case with internal ones with a new operating system, but not as often. USB port, as a part of any technology is prone to eventual breaking, as in hardware malfunction. Also, to better assist this type of a question, more specific details must be presented, as in what kind (internal, external), age of the port, previous experience with this port, operating system, type of use, hardware used on, and other specifics. This question is very broad, hence no specific answer can be derived. So, based on the lack of detail in the question, try finding drivers for the port and installing them, restart your system, and see if that helps. If the port just suddenly broke, then try blowing some dust out, after opening the hardware*, at your own risk. *(all responsibility waived by the answer contributor and the respectable hosting site).

What is a VGA port on your laptop computer?

A VGA port is a video connector that supports older monitors and graphic output devices. It differs from a DVI connector in that it is not a digital signal. Your typical VGA port is blue in color on your video card and the cable connector are also the same shade of blue.

What types of devices can be connected to a RS232-port?

Terminal connections for controlling devices, some times Mice or older keyboards. Not commonly used any more.

Do a passage on 3 hardware devices of a computer?

Please conduct research at your local computer shop, computer user group, or local library were a rang of information can be seen, understood, and written about.

What is the program devices attached to a computer come with?

Attached peripherals and even internal components come with drivers. Sometimes the drivers are installed using an included utility. At other times, it is just the drivers, and the operating system can find and install them from the driver disk, CD, or other media.

How do you partition 500 GB external hard drive into three partitions?

You should not have to partition an external hard drive, especially with that much space. if you must partition the drive, you can download a partition manager like PartitionGuru online, and most of these programs are for free. They can partition hard drive, external hard drive and USB flash drive. But you have to read tutorials first before partitioning anything. If you have important files on the drive, you should backup files first.

What would be the difference between installing a wireless network expansion card in a laptop compared to a desktop computer?

A destop must first be power off, and then you must open the destop's case in order to install the wireless network interface card.

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What do continuous beeps during the POST indicate?

Startup BIOS communicates POST errors as a series of beeps before it tests video. Search the web site of the motherboard or BIOS manufacturer to know how to interpret a series of beep codes.

Which port is used to connect 2 computer's for data transfer?

Legacy computers use I/O and parallel ports for this. Newer ones can use Firewire, double-male USB cables, and even Ethernet cables for computer to computer data transfers.

What happens when a ROM BIOS is faulty?

It depends on how faulty the ROM BIOS is. If it is too faulty, the computer will not start at all. If it is just a little buggy, some things won't work or the computer will crash a lot.

What is modem helper?

Modem Helper is a very useful utility that is factory installed with many Dellâ„¢ computers that have modems. Modem Helper runs a set of tests to detect the modem, analyze it, and provide relevant instructions should any problems be detected. It can be used to reinstall drivers, detect if a dial tone is present, or even see if a modem is installed or not in the machine

What do you do if you have lost your flash drive and you don't have a back up folder with your information in it?

your best bet is to put up posters and offer a new flash drive to anyone who finds it. That way you can get yours back. But to make sure this doesnt happen again, always back up your files (at least anything that is not replaceable) because you never know when your going to lose a drive or have it break

What are the different PC motherboards compatible with 8086 processor?

No remotely modern motherboard is compatible with an 8086 processor. The old IBM PC clones from the early to mid 1980s would have been the only motherboards to support the 8086.

What is a good website with PC hardware related videos?

Motherboards dot org

The editor has a great you-tube channel, and he Reviews every major New Graphics Card etc. on, or just after the day of release.

This site has the best videos I've seen. great for a quick look into how powerful it is, then read the text review for a more Comprehensive Review.