Standard Components Of A PC System, Continued
by
Uwe Scheffel
Graphics card
CD-ROM or DVD drive
Floppy disk drive, if needed
The following items shouldn't be forgotten:
Monitor Keyboard MouseThese components are necessary to run the new computer, including its operating system (e.g., Windows, Linux).
Extra Options For Special Applications
Depending on what you'll be using your PC for, you might need the following components as well; please note, though, that this list is by no means complete:
| Application | Required components |
|---|---|
| Internet access | Modem, ISDN card, or network card (if using DSL) |
| Gaming and Music | Sound card and loudspeakers |
| CD recording, archiving | CD recorder, ZIP drive |
| Network | Network card (Ethernet) |
| Digital camera | Either a motherboard with integrated USB, or separate USB card |
| Video Editing & Camcorder | Video capture card with IEEE1394/FireWire (i-Link) interface, if possible |
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