We may be approaching a wireless future, but USB is still one the most convenient ways to connect your devices, which means ...

The first USB port hit the market in 1996, and the Universal Serial Bus quickly became the go-to port for connecting peripheral devices to computers. It remains a popular connection port today, with ...

A few weeks back I answered some reader questions about connecting a PC to a TV and adding a second monitor. My mailbag just keeps filling up, so this week I’ll tackle some more questions–about ...

Most modern smartphones, tablets, MP3 players, and other gadgets rely on USB-based chargers. Some of these come with their own AC wall adapters, while others include nothing more than a USB ...

Your monitor's USB ports can do more than you think. Learn how to power, connect, and enhance your setup with smart, ...

In theory, 127 USB devices can be plugged into one port via chaining hubs. However, most motherboards and operating systems ...

Forward-looking: Thunderbolt 5 doubles Thunderbolt 4's bandwidth, offering 80Gbps transfer speeds in either direction. However, Thunderbolt 5's alternate mode can transmit at 120Gbps while receiving ...

Which laptop docking station should you buy? The job of a laptop docking station is to expand the functionality of your computer, making it more convenient and comfortable to use. Docking stations can ...

USB-C has made it easier to plug things in and connect them. Charging, though? Charging is still complicated. You get a different amount of power based on the device, the port, the battery level, and ...