What is an ATX Motherboard?
Computers are made up of many integral electronic components. One of the most crucial pieces of hardware is the motherboard. The motherboard design has evolved through the years. One configuration that introduced many layout changes was the ATX ---Advanced Technology Extended--- motherboard.
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Definition
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The motherboard is the primary circuit board and serves as a connection point, or platform, for many of the hardware parts in a computer, such as the central processing unit, memory and adapters. The ATX motherboard is a PC motherboard that uses a set of specifications designed to better optimize the interchangeability and integration of parts.
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The ATX motherboard was reconfigured from previous design specifications to include increased space between the memory and central processing unit connections, allowing full-sized expansion cards to be accommodated in available motherboard slots, or sockets. Expansion cards are adapters that extend the computers capability to control peripherals such as sound cards. The ATX motherboard had built-in input and output ports, or sockets to connect external devices, eliminating much of the need for cables.
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Fun Fact
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The ATX design was developed in 1993 by Intel, and replaced the original AT (Advanced Technology) motherboard.
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