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A typical printed circuit board (PCB). The PCB contains sockets for the integrated circuits, or chips, and the connecting tracks.
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An expansion board may be fitted into any free expansion slot in a computer to provide additional facilities or functionality.

Printed circuit board that can be inserted into a computer in order to enhance its capabilities (for example, to increase its memory) or to add facilities (such as graphics).



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