Which one of the following is an advantage of the PCI -X bus?
A) It is portable and works on Apple and PC-compatible computers.
B) It releases the microprocessor from all processing work.
C) It is backward compatible with and faster than earlier PCI buses.
D) It transmits data more accurately than earlier architectures.

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PCI-X is backward compatible with earlier PCI buses, meaning that it can work with older devices and cards, while also providing faster data transfer speeds. This is a clear advantage over earlier architectures. Options A, B, and D are incorrect as they do not represent the advantages of the PCI-X bus.

Which One of the Following Is an Advantage of the PCI