Lesson 2: Display Adapters

The monitor is only half of a computer's display system; it must be matched to a display adapter (also commonly referred to as a graphics adapter, video card, or video controller). This lesson discusses the different types of display adapters and design issues that affect quality and performance.

After this lesson, you will be able to:

Identify the different types of display adapters.

Understand display memory and how it affects quality and performance.

Select the right card for a monitor.

Estimated lesson time: 25 minutes

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