Articles tagged video cards
What Kind of Video Card Do You Have?
With all the information you’re getting on video cards, you’re probably eager to know what kind of video graphics card you have in your computer. That is what will give you an idea of what the type of card you have is capable of and whether you need an upgrade. But how can you figure [...]
Key Video Card Terms
The world of video cards is a strange and fascinating one, and one that is rife with some sometimes confusing terminology. You don’t need to know all of the video card lingo to find the right video card and appreciate its use, but it helps. It also may be interesting to satisfy your curiosity. Here [...]
It’s All About the GPU
We’ve talked before about the concerns and pitfalls surrounding buying video cards. You’ve got to know your system, you’ve got to know your performance needs, you’ve got to know the price ranges, and you’ve got to know what the state-of-the-art is. You don’t want to shell out a bunch of money for the wrong video [...]
Video Card Slots Defined
When it comes to the video card slot (also called a “bus”), a lot of acronyms are thrown around: PCI, AGP, PCIe. But what do they all mean? If you’re not a computer designer, there’s really no reason that you should know. Fortunately, all that’s really important for you most of the time is that [...]
Types of Computer Video Cards
When looking to upgrade your computer video card, you will find many options available in the marketplace. The difficulty in upgrading comes not from the physical process itself, but from having to choose among the many products available. Before you start selecting a video card, you will first have to decide what kind you need. [...]
Are There Different Types of AGP Video Cards?
An AGP port used to be the most common graphics port used in a personal computer. Currently more popular are the PCI express ports (PCIe), which allow for faster memory access and smaller graphics cards. However, if you still own an older computer, you may need to replace an AGP video card at some point.
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What Are The Best Gaming Cards?
You will find a amazing number of graphics cards available on the market targeted at video game players. The most technologically advanced video cards will be the most expensive, but you will also find options for individuals who don’t have a lot of bucks to invest. Our prime three video cards, all by ATI Radeon, [...]
How Are Gaming Video Cards Different?
Shopping for a new video card can be quite the hassle for anyone new to PC gaming, or other consumers/gift buyers not too familiar with the medium. A graphics card is an enhancer made specifically to create images and display them onscreen. The most important step when deciding to purchase a new video card for [...]
A Look Back At the First Computer Graphics Card Ever Invented
The function of (or graphics cards) is to generate and output images to a display. The images you see on your computer monitor are made of tiny dots called pixels. At most common resolution settings, a screen displays over a million pixels, and the computer has to decide what to do with them in order [...]