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Uwe Scheffel
Source: Tom's Hardware US – Keywords: building, pc
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Source: Tom's Hardware US – Keywords: building, pc
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Table of Contents:
Standard Components Of A PC System, Continued

Graphics card

CD-ROM or DVD drive

Floppy disk drive, if needed
The following items shouldn't be forgotten:
- Monitor
- Keyboard
- Mouse
These components are necessary to run the new computer, including its operating system (e.g., Windows, Linux).
Extra Options For Special Applications
Depending on what you'll be using your PC for, you might need the following components as well; please note, though, that this list is by no means complete:
| Application | Required components |
|---|---|
| Internet access | Modem, ISDN card, or network card (if using DSL) |
| Gaming and Music | Sound card and loudspeakers |
| CD recording, archiving | CD recorder, ZIP drive |
| Network | Network card (Ethernet) |
| Digital camera | Either a motherboard with integrated USB, or separate USB card |
| Video Editing & Camcorder | Video capture card with IEEE1394/FireWire (i-Link) interface, if possible |
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thanks,i hope my mum approves of my £700+ setup that i want lol