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The
multimedia part of your PC refers to its ability to play
music and video.
- At minimum, this consists of a
CD-ROM drive, a sound card (or built-in sound support)
and speakers.
- It can also include a DVD drive
and MPEG decoder card for viewing movies, as well as
other add-on devices for recording music.
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Sound
Card: PCs are available with either an integrated
sound card or a separate sound card typically referred to
as a PCI Card. A quality sound card can help you turn your
computer into an exciting multimedia entertainment system,
so you can listen to CDs, watch DVDs & streaming
videos, hold online voice chats with your friends or hear
the chillingly realistic sound effects from the latest
computer games.
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When
choosing which sound card is right for your computer consider that
the higher the impact of sound is to your computer experience, the
more consideration you should place on getting the top of the line
sound card."PCI" refers to Peripheral Component
Interconnect, a set of high-speed conductors developed by
Intel. PCI supports Plug and Play and allows for the connection of
multiple peripheral devices to your system. If the PC is going to
use used as a stereo system, upgrading the sound card will enhance
the clarity of the sound.
Sound cards
also offer something called "Wavetable support," which
allows them to play various instrumental sounds more realistically
for better effects in games and other applications.
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Speakers:
Just as with a stereo system, speakers are essential to
hear what the sound card produces. If you are looking for
your new PC to replace your existing stereo system, you
should look a purchasing a high quality speaker system
that includes satellite speakers and a sub-woofer to
increase the overall sound experience.
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