The IRQ and DMA lines are used to manage communications
between the computer and all other components,
extension cards and peripheral devices. It is
important that these lines are correctly allocated and
applied, since otherwise the PC will not work properly
with the various devices which are connected to it. In
this article we explain the functions of these lines and
the possibilities which modern PCs offer for resolving
possible problems and conflicts relating to their use.
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