In computer hardware, a port serves as an interface between the computer and other computers or peripheral devices. Physically, a port is a specialized outlet on a piece of equipment to which a plug or cable connects. Electronically, the several conductors making up the outlet provide a signal transfer between devices.
Ps2 port
Often referred to as the mouse or keyboard port, the PS/2 port was developed by IBM and is used to connect a computer mouse or keyboard to an IBM compatible computer. The PS/2 port is a mini DIN plug that contains six pins and is still found on all IBM compatible computers today, however, is starting to be replaced by USB.
In computing, a serial port is a serial communication physical interface through which information transfers in or out one bit at a time.
Parallel port
A parallel port is a type of interface found on computers (personal and otherwise) for connecting various peripherals. In computing, a parallel port is a parallel communication physical interface. It is also known as a printer port or Centronics port.
Network port
In computer networking, a port is an application-specific or process-specific software construct serving as a communications endpoint.
Monitor port
The monitor port is used to connect the computer screen which is the main devise to give the output of computer processed information. This contains fifteen holes which are arranged in thee lines.
USB port
The Universal Serial Port. A connection for devices such as printers, scanners, and most digital cameras via a cable. Most computers have at least 2 ports, but some can have as many as 8. They can be found in the front or back of your computer
Sound port
Modem port
Externally, personal computers have ports for connecting modems, printers, mice, and other peripheral devices.
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