A video editor installs a new high-end graphics card in her computer. The computer detects the card physically. Still, video edit…

Question

A video editor installs a new high-end graphics card in her computer. The computer detects the card physically. Still, video editing software cannot use its advanced features. What does she need to install?

1. A. Hardware synchronization module
2. B. Digital performance translator
3. C. System interface accelerator
4. D. Device driver (Correct answer)

Correct Answer

Option D — Device driver

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Device driver.

Key Points

• A device driver is required to allow the operating system and applications to communicate with hardware.
• Without the correct driver, hardware cannot be utilised by software.