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ACLC San Pablo Laguna : Web Development Technology (WDT)

Module V Review Questions:


What is Hard Disk? How do you measure the speed of hard disks? What the two access standards of hard disk? How do you choose a hard disk?

ACLC San Pablo Laguna : Web Development Technology (WDT)


School
ACLC San Pablo Laguna, Philippines

Course
Web Development Technology (WDT)

Subject
TC422A Perform Computer Operations

Module VI - card

Topic
Module VI Card

Date

SY 2012-2013
Prepared by:
Engr. Rionel Caldo

Video Card

VGA (Video Graphics Array) Card is the one sending the monitor signal to the monitor. A computer video card is placed in the motherboard, where it transfers video signals through a cable to your monitor. The video card can either be built into the motherboard or be a separate card that is placed in either the AGP or PCI-Express Slot. The computer graphics cards major job in a computer is to convert graphic patterns into signals for the monitor's screen. However in recent times as the graphics card has become more advanced it has taken some of the jobs previously assigned with the CPU and through a graphics pipeline adds 2D and 3D effects and it also adds textures.

When you are choosing one Video Card you have to consider:
The best way to see what video card to buy is to consider how you're using your computer now. There are several categories: Server If you're using your computer as a mail server, FTP server, print server, or even a game server, you definitely do not need a high-end video card. What you need is a simple, no-frills low-end video card. Simple Applications Say you're using the PC for simple applications only, for example, word processing, email or web surfing. Again, you do not need the best video card out there. A cheap and decent one will do the trick.

When you are choosing one Video Card you have to consider:
Complex Applications If you need to perform more complex tasks like 3D computer aided design or video editing, it will make more sense to go for a heavy duty card. Screen resolution and image quality tend to be important factors for this type of work. Look for a video card whose processor which supports a high screen resolution, with ample graphics memory. General Games

If you'll only play simple games like Minesweeper, Reverse or Backgammon, then my advice is to save your money and just get a simple video card. No need for the latest 3D graphics gizmo.

Sound Card

The sound card is an essential component in the PC, since it translates digital signals into analog audio for your listening pleasure. Well, that's true, if you want to play games or run multimedia applications in your PC. Otherwise, it may not be necessary, especially in business environments.

Sound card ports

A computer sound card is used by a computer for music, sounds during applications and entertainment (TV, movies and games). A typical sound card usually has four ports. The largest port is the MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface)/Game port , which is used for connecting a joystick or gaming controller to. The other three ports look similar and are generally green, pink and blue.

Sound card ports


Underneath each port will be a small engraving of what each port does. The pink port is for a microphone which can record sound to the computer. The green port is line out and this is where the speakers are connected to produce sound from the computer. The blue port is line in and this is for connecting a CD-player or cassette tape to the computer.

Remember a sound card by itself is not enough to hear sound. You will still need to purchase some computer speakers or a headphone set. If you want to make use of the microphone feature then you will need to buy a computer microphone and you should then be able to record sound to your computer.

How to Choose a Sound Card


When you are choosing one Sound Card you have to consider: 1. First thing to consider here is your intended usage of the sound card. If all you want is basic sound support and not spectacular 3D surround sound, I'd say go buy a cheap, simple card or even rely on your motherboard's on-board sound. 2. If you want great surround sound and better speaker connectivity options, then you'll want to consider a dedicated sound card.

Modem (Modulator Demodulator) Card

A device that translates data from your PC into a form that can be sent to other computers over regular phone lines. The modem also receives signals from other computers and converts it into something your computer can understand. A modem is the device most home computers use to connect to the Internet. A Modem converts digital information into sound so that it may be transmitted over telephone lines. When the modem hears this sound on the other end it converts the sound back into digital information.

Modem Card
There are two types of modems: INTERNAL EXTERNAL External modems are slightly more expensive than internal modems and are housed in an external box or enclosure. External modems require a socket on the computer or port (usually the serial port on the back of your computer.) The serial port is also called a COM port, com for communications.

Network Card

A network card (also called a Network Adapter or Network Interface Card, or NIC for short), is a device that allows computers to be joined together in a LAN, or local area network. Networked computers communicate with each other using a given protocol or agreed-upon language for transmitting data packets between the different machines, known as nodes . The network interface card acts as the liaison for the machine to both send and receive data on the LAN. The most common language or protocol for LANs is Ethernet, sometimes referred to as IEEE 802.3. A lesser-used protocol is Token Ring. When building a LAN, a network interface card must be installed in each computer on the network and all NICs in the network must be of the same architecture. For example, all must either be Ethernet cards, Token Ring cards, or an alternate technology.

Network Card
An Ethernet network interface card is installed in an available slot inside the computer. The NIC assigns a unique address called a MAC (media access control) to the machine. The MACs on the network are used to direct traffic between the computers. The back plate of the network interface card features a port that looks similar to a phone jack, but is slightly larger. This port accommodates an Ethernet cable, which resembles a thicker version of a standard telephone line. Ethernet cable must run from each network interface card to a central hub or switch. The hub or switch acts like a relay, passing information between computers using the MAC addresses and allowing resources like printers and scanners to be shared along with data.

Network Card (Cont.)


A network interface card does not have to be hard wired with physical cable. Wireless Ethernet cards are installed like their wired counterparts, but rather than a port for an Ethernet cable, the card features a small antenna. The card communicates with the central wireless switch or hub via radio waves. Wireless LANs may have some restrictions depending on the material the building is made from. For example, lead in walls can block signals between the network interface card and hub or switch. When buying components for a LAN, make sure the NICs and hub or switch have the same capabilities. The entire network must be either wired or wireless, so a wireless network interface card cannot talk to a wired switch or hub. In addition, newer versions of hardware will likely support more features and/or greater speeds than older versions. Make sure your central switch or hub can utilize the highest capabilities of the network interface card under consideration.

Reflection
1. In your opinion, which of the 4 cards is the most important? 2. Which sound card would you choose for your computer? 3. Which port of the sound card is the most essential for you? 4. Would you rather attach a wired Ethernet card to your computer, or a wireless one?

Colossians 3:17 Whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through him to God the Father. Your goal is to work in such a way that you are a good representative of Jesus

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