Week 2 - Role of Motherboard in Computer

We have a conception of the computer means only the desktop or laptop in general. This concept may not be true if we discovered the history of the computer and how this is impacting the world now. According to the author Mike Meyers in the book CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide, Tenth Edition (Exams 220-1001 & 220-1002), he has explained that all the supportive electronic devices including pocket calculators to up to gas pump, airplanes and rockets etc. If we look at our latest model car, camera and other machines and devices where they command from, that is computer.

Computer is a combined command operating system. Basically, basic level computers work through 3 stages which is called computing process i.e. input, processing and output. To complete computing process OS, CPU, UI, Motherboard, Ram, PCI express slots, sockets and other hardware are the major components. All mentioned components have their own specifications and need their supportive system.

Operating System (OS) communicates with the hardware of the PC or device. To determine better performance and requirements there should be a specific operating system with limited hardware requirements. OS creates a user interface (UI), helps to run, use and shutdown the program with the elements.

The first video explains the history of Microsoft and how it became the most powerful elements supplier in the world. In the second video, the presenter is trying to show us how to determine the right computer component or as a whole computer what we need. Many people are spending extra money on computers even though they do not need all the features on them. The main reason is lack of knowledge. Part of the main components, motherboard is the foundation of the computer and needs more attention to select what we need. Based on the information, all motherboards have Sockets, Ram, Input & Output and PCI express slot. And another big thing is if we replace the motherboard or build the computer, there must be specific requirements, otherwise it will not work. Graphic cards, sound cards, supportive channels in motherboards determine what kind of CPU that we need to buy.

So, when buying a motherboard, the most important things to carefully consider are: CPU socket compatibility, form factor (size to fit your case), RAM slot count and speed support, expansion slots (PCIe) for our needs, storage options (M.2 slots), and the chipset which determines features and CPU compatibility; always ensure to choose motherboard matches with intended CPU and fits within computer case. 

 Dhirendra Neupane

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