Type of Laptop Connectors or Ports

 

Hello readers welcome to the new post. In this post, we will learn the Type of Laptop Connectors. Connectors are available on most electrical devices; laptops come full of these types of items. A better understanding of the connecting ports available on a laptop can help increase efficiency and ease of use.

What is a computer port?

The computer port or connector is an interfacing point that is used to make connections between different electronic devices such as computers and other devices. That connection is used for performing different functions such as data transmission, power audio, and video transmission.

The computer comes with different port configurations for making connections and providing features and they are also used as input, output, or both.

 

 

Types of Computer Ports

HDMI

• HDMI ports are used for getting connections from HDMI cables that transmit and get high-definition audio and visual signals. Computers, TVs, and other media devices come with HDMI ports for transferring images and sound to other devices.
• Some monitors use HDMI since has high quality and some come with  one or more HDMI out ports.

USB-A

• The USB A port comes with different devices like computers, gaming consoles, etc. It defines both the common port for computers and the rectangular port of different charging cords for mobile. We can charge devices and transfer data at high speed with the use of ports like phone cords and USB A ports for cars.

USB-B

• The USB B port connects with computers and larger peripheral devices like printers. The devices come with a USB B port that connects the computer through USB A or  USB 3.0 ports. That helps different components to make connections with devices and share data like files sent to printer for getting a hard copy

USB 3.0

• The USB 3.0 port is the latest type of USB A port. It comes with the same design and helps to make connections with other types of cords. This port offers high transfer speed like a USB C port. Different USB devices come with USB 3.0 ports. Through the connection of a USB 3.0 cord with a supported cord, we can increase the features of the port.

Ethernet

• Ethernet ports are used for transmitting wired internet connections. These ports help to make connections with ethernet cables that connect with routers or modems and help to use the internet. Ethernet cables provide faster internet connections as compared to wireless connections.