0 Question: how come they are using silver instead of copper of in wiring in some of the new computers.Thanks for your answers. Keywords: computer, copper, wiring Asked by L to Annette, Dave, Jaine, Julio, Mike on 14 Nov 2016.
Jaine Blayney answered on 14 Nov 2016:
It’s a better conductor than copper. It has been used in good coaxial cables already, though silver isn’t as strong (ie it is easier to break) as copper.
Annette Neill answered on 16 Nov 2016:
Jaine has put it just right! Silver is a better conductor-more expensive though!
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