and textures; the drivers need to handle ten (10) times more extensive data. This results in slower 3D pipeline operations between the CPU and the graphics controller.
Q5 If we use powerful CPUs, such as a Pentium™ 200, can a standard 2D graphics card achieve 3D performance?
Answer
Yes and no. Software rendering can take advantage of "tricks" learned by force of necessity through years of trial and error. With such stratagems, the speed of software rendering for simple scenes can approach that of
Q6 What does "software 3D" mean?
Answer
Software 3D is generally used to mean using
Q7 What is “SGRAM”?
Answer
Synchronous Graphics Random Access Memory (SGRAM) is a new and improved type of memory,
Q8 What is the advantage of as compared to ordinary DRAM?
Answer
SGRAM is now capable of running at much higher speeds than Fast Page Mode or EDO DRAM. Also, is able to execute a small number of frequently executed operations, such as buffer clears, specific to graphics applications, independently of the controller.
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