Computing Dictionary
graphics adaptor definition
hardware, graphics (Or "graphics adapter", "graphics card", "video adaptor", etc.) A circuit board fitted to a computer, especially an
IBM PC, containing the necessary
video memory and other electronics to provide a
bitmap display.
Adaptors vary in the
resolution (number of
pixels) and number of colours they can display, and in the
refresh rate they support. These parameters are also limited by the
monitor to which the adaptor is connected. A number of such
display standards, e.g.
SVGA, have become common and different
software requires or supports different sets.
(1996-09-16)
