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Understanding Computer Motherboards

The motherboard is one of the most important components of a computer system, as it connects and controls all other hardware components. It is essentially the «heart» of the computer.

There are several key features to consider when selecting a motherboard. First is the form factor, which refers to the physical size and layout of the board.

Common form factors include ATX, Micro-ATX, and Mini-ITX.

Another important consideration is the socket type, which determines what kind of CPU can be installed on the motherboard. The most common CPU sockets are Intel’s LGA and AMD’s PGA.

The chipset is another important component of the motherboard, as it determines what features the board will have, such as the number of USB ports and the maximum amount of RAM that can be installed.

The motherboard also has expansion slots for additional hardware components, such as graphics cards and sound cards. These slots come in different sizes and speeds, such as PCI Express x16 or PCI Express 3.0.

It’s important to note that not all motherboards are compatible with all hardware components. For example, a motherboard with an Intel LGA socket cannot support an AMD processor.

Vocabulary

Motherboard – материнская плата

Hardware components – компоненты аппаратного обеспечения

Connects – соединяет

Controls – управляет

Form factor – форм-фактор

Physical size – физический размер

Layout – расположение

ATX – форм-фактор АТХ

Micro-ATX – форм-фактор Микро-АТХ

Mini-ITX – форм-фактор Мини-АТХ

Socket type – тип сокета

CPU – центральный процессор

Chipset – чипсет

Features – характеристики

USB ports – порты USB

RAM – оперативная память

Expansion slots – слоты расширения

Graphics cards – графические карты

Sound cards – звуковые карты

Sizes – размеры

Speeds – скорости

Compatible – совместимый

Tasks

1.

What is the function of a motherboard?

Answer: The motherboard connects and controls all other hardware components in a computer system.

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