Do I Need a Soundcard for a Microphone?

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A microphone can typically be connected directly to the pink input on a computer, which is designated for microphones. Most modern motherboards come with onboard sound capabilities, meaning a separate soundcard is often unnecessary for basic microphone functionality. However, if higher audio quality or additional features are desired, investing in a dedicated soundcard may be beneficial.
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I want to get a microphone for my computer, but I'm not sure if I need to buy a soundcard first.

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Where the pink colored input is there's a microphone icon above it. So I'm assuming all I need to do is buy the microphone and input it into that slot? Or do I still need to buy a soundcard?
 
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Yes you'll need a soundcard. Most current motherboards have onboard sound "cards".
 
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