Explanation

• - Full Form: Accelerated Graphics Port.
• - Purpose: Connects a graphics card to the motherboard.
• - Introduced: 1997 by Intel.
• - Usage: Common in older computer systems.

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Explanation

Integrated Circuit (IC)

• - Definition: A small electronic circuit built on a single semiconductor chip.
• - Material: Usually silicon.
• - Components: Transistors, diodes, and resistors.
• - Purpose: Performs electronic functions in modern devices.
• - Uses: Computers, mobile phones, and calculators.

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Explanation

FDD = Frequency Division Duplex

- A communication method that uses two separate frequency bands.

- One frequency is used for transmission.

- Another frequency is used for reception.

- Allows simultaneous two-way communication.

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Explanation

• ARP stands for Address Resolution Protocol.
• It is used in computer networks to map IP addresses to MAC addresses.
• ARP works within a local area network (LAN).
• It was defined in 1982 by RFC 826, which is Internet Standard STD 37.

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Explanation

• DMA stands for Direct Memory Access.
• It is a method that allows an I/O device to transfer data directly to or from main memory (RAM).
• The CPU does not need to handle every individual byte of the transfer.
• DMA can improve data-transfer speed and reduce CPU workload.
• It is commonly used for devices such as disk drives, network cards, and sound cards.

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