graphics adapter

British

noun

computing (on a computer) the hardware that controls the way graphics appear on the monitor

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Fortunately, unless you need a really high-end graphics adapter for gaming or design work, you’ll find that putting in a new graphics card can be done for as little as $50.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 12, 2016

The culprit is more likely the graphics adapter than the cable.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 12, 2016

If that doesn’t solve the problem, suspicion next falls on the graphics adapter, the display or the connections between them.

From Seattle Times • May 27, 2016

If nothing is caught and the problem isn’t fixed, it’s time to consider the graphics adapter.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 13, 2015

Yes, I know I’m suggesting dealing with the most likely cause last, but for most users popping in a different graphics adapter is also the more challenging — and more expensive — step.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 13, 2015

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