What is the performance difference between CL2 and CL3?

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CL2 parts process data a little quicker than CL3 parts in that you have to wait one less clock cycle for the initial data. However, after the first piece of data is processed, the rest of the data is processed at equal speeds. Latency only affects the initial burst of data. Once data starts flowing, […]

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When I turn my computer on a blue screen is displayed with white writing every time I start my machine. What can I do?

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This is a serious error!! There are hundreds of reasons why this happens. The following are the first steps you should take,,
-Have you installed any new hardware recently? If you have remove it and try to boot again. If the computer boots correctly then you know it is your hardware that is faulty. Take it […]

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What is the difference between Ram and Virtual Memory?

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RAM and virtual memory are two different things. Virtual memory allows you to use a portion of your hard drive as though it were RAM. Because your hard drive is up to 100 times slower than your RAM, virtual memory is much slower than RAM.
When you upgrade your RAM, you may discover that you use […]

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What is the difference between 32 bit and 64 bit memory?

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32 bit memory is commonly known as ECC memory. It has an additional 8 bits for Error Correction Check 64 bit memory is non-ECC. 72 bit or 64 bit configuration are typically found in 168 pin DIMMs.

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What Is A Firewall?

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Firewall separates two networks. It allows certain things to go in and out. It can also allow certain packets from cetain hosts to goto certain places.In even simpler terms, it controls what gets into the network and where it can go and it also can control outgoing traffic.In places where there are people who are […]

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What is the difference between 3.3V and 5V Memory?

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Some systems require 3.3-volt modules, and others require 5-volt modules. The two are not interchangeable, and the different modules actually have slightly different notches so that you won’t accidentally install a 5V part in a 3.3V slot or vice versa.

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What Does WAN Mean?

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Wide Area Network, The best exapmle is the internet

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What Does LAN Mean?

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Local Area Network

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What are the advantages/disadvantages of using SCSI?

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Advantages:
1. SCSI can handle a wide variety of devices: hard drives, scanners, plotters, CD drives, and the list goes on.
2. A SCSI controller can communicate with up to 7 or 15 devices depending on the version. I am sure work is being done to add more.
3. It is often easier to install and setup a […]

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What is EDO Memory?

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Extended Data-Out (EDO) is one of the newest DRAM chip technology which improves memory performance 10 to 15% over equivalent Fast Page Mode devices. Computer systems must be designed to take advantage of this performance increase EDO offers.

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