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What is a computer port?

A computer port is a physical or virtual interface through which a computer connects to


external devices or networks. A computer port is also called as a Communication Port as it is
responsible for communication between the computer and its peripheral device. Think of
them as the sockets where you plug in different cables.

Different Types of Computer Ports and Their Functions

1. HDMI Cables

HDMI is an abbreviation of High Definition Media Interface. HDMI is a digital interface to


connect High Definition and Ultra High Definition devices like Computer monitors, HDTVs,
Blu-Ray players, gaming consoles, High Definition Cameras etc.

2. USB

Universal Serial Bus (USB) replaced serial ports, parallel ports, PS/2 connectors, game ports
and power chargers for portable devices.

USB port can be used to transfer data, act as an interface for peripherals and even act as
power supply for devices connected to it. There are three kinds of USB PC ports: Type A,
Type B or mini USB and Micro USB.

3. Ethernet RJ45 Cable

Ethernet is a networking technology that is used to connect your computer to Internet and
communicate with other computers or networking devices.

4. VGA Port

Video Graphics Array (VGA) port is found in many computers, projectors, video cards and
High Definition TVs. It is a D-sub connector consisting of 15 pins in 3 rows. The connector
is called as DE-15.

5. DVI ports

Digital Video Interface is a high speed digital interface between a display controller like a
computer and a display device like a monitor. It was developed with an aim of transmitting
lossless digital video signals and replace the analogue VGA technology.

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