Английский для айтишников. Tech English: Язык программистов и IT-специалистов

reliability – надежность

durability – долговечность

upgradability – возможность модернизации

limitations – ограничения

troubleshoot – устранять неисправности

fixing issues – устранение проблем

rewarding experience – удовлетворительный опыт

Tasks

– What are some advantages of building a custom PC over buying a pre-built system?

– How does building a custom PC allow for greater customization and upgradability?

– Why is it useful for IT specialists to learn more about hardware components?

– What are some benefits of using high-quality components in a custom-built PC?

– In what ways can a customized PC evolve with changing technological needs?

Sample answers

– Some advantages of building a custom PC over buying a pre-built system include the ability to choose specific components based on your needs and budget, better build quality and reliability, and greater customization and upgradability.

– Building a custom PC allows for greater customization and upgradability because you can upgrade individual components as needed without having to replace the entire system. This means that your custom-built PC can evolve with your changing needs and technological advancements.

– It is useful for IT specialists to learn more about hardware components because this knowledge can be used for troubleshooting and fixing issues that may arise down the road.

– Some benefits of using high-quality components in a custom-built PC include better reliability and durability, as well as improved performance and speed.

– A customized PC can evolve with changing technological needs by allowing you to upgrade individual components as needed without having to replace the entire system. This means that your custom-built PC can adapt to new technologies and keep up with the demands of modern computing.

Understanding Hardware Compatibility Issues

When building or upgrading a computer, it’s important to consider hardware compatibility. Incompatibility can lead to performance issues or even damage to the system. IT specialists must have a good understanding of hardware compatibility to ensure that all components work together properly.

One common hardware compatibility issue arises when selecting a motherboard. The motherboard needs to be compatible with the CPU (Central Processing Unit) and RAM (Random Access Memory) that will be used in the system. For example, an Intel motherboard will not work with an AMD processor. It’s essential to verify compatibility before purchasing any components.

Another compatibility issue is power supply unit (PSU) selection. A PSU must provide enough power for all components, and its connectors should match the components’ power requirements. Not having a powerful enough PSU can cause stability issues or even damage to the system.

Graphics card compatibility is also important. Graphics cards require certain slots on the motherboard, such as PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express), and have specific power requirements. It’s important to check compatibility before buying a graphics card to avoid wasting money on a card that won’t work in your system.

Finally, cooling solutions need to be compatible with other components. Heat sinks and fans must fit properly on CPUs and graphics cards, and their cooling capacity must be sufficient to prevent overheating.

In summary, hardware compatibility issues can cause significant problems if not addressed correctly. IT specialists must do their due diligence and research the compatibility of each component before making a purchase or assembling a system.

Vocabulary

hardware compatibility – совместимость оборудования

building – сборка

upgrading – модернизация

performance issues – проблемы производительности

damage – повреждение

system – система

IT specialists – специалисты по информационным технологиям

components – компоненты

motherboard – материнская плата

CPU (Central Processing Unit) – процессор

RAM (Random Access Memory) – оперативная память

verification – проверка

purchasing – покупка

power supply unit (PSU) – блок питания

connectors – разъемы

stability issues – проблемы стабильности

graphics card – графическая карта

slots – слоты

PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) – периферийный интерфейс соединения высокой скорости

cooling solutions – система охлаждения

heat sinks – радиаторы

fans – вентиляторы

overheating – перегрев