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3d accelerator

Definition: A video card that, through specific built-in hardware, is capable of rendering geometry shapes in three dimensions.
Usage: Sure, my 3d accelerator cost more than your entire computer, but check out the sexy polygons on my avatar! Totally worth it!
Posted by pendragn32 on April 28, 2009 at 12:20:37 Pacific

3d accelerator

Definition: A 3D accelerator is a general term for a device that performs graphical operations, or more specifically, frees up the CPU to perform other types of calculation.
Usage: "If you have a decent graphics card but can't play 3D games, make sure it is set up as a 3D accelerator."
Posted by the3vil on April 28, 2009 at 05:26:10 Pacific

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