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How to Buy a Graphics Board

Wednesday, June 06, 2007 2:00 PM PDT
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Introduction

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Graphics boards aren't just for gamers. They help you work with large graphics, play high-definition video, and upgrade the monitor ports on an aging PC. Graphics boards can help the Windows Vista operating system and even some mainstream applications work more easily and look prettier. Some models even give you the kind of video inputs and outputs required to hook up your camcorder or cable TV to the PC.

The Big Picture
Today's graphics cards promise higher frame rates, better image quality, and loads of extras. But do they deliver? more

The Specs Explained
There's probably no other PC component that touts its specifications so heavily in advertising and on packaging. We help you sort out the important details from the marketing buzz. more

Graphics Board Shopping Tips
Factoring in the right information when browsing for graphics boards can help you make the right decision. more


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