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Here's What A Computer's Serial Port Was For (And Where It's Still Necessary)

If you've been using computers for more than a couple of decades, you've probably used a serial port to attach peripherals like your mouse and modem. Until the USB standard rendered them obsolete in ...
Forbes

When You Need More Computer Ports

So much for direct tethering. My MacBook Air has two USB-C ports on it, plus a headphone jack. One of the ports has the power plug in it, the other has my mouse bluetooth connector. When I want to ...
BGR

5 Of The Best Uses For Your Computer's Empty USB Ports

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Chances are that you have one or more Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports on your computer or laptop that are sitting empty and unused. Instead ...
SlashGear

What Did Computers Use Before The USB Port Was Invented?

The USB port is something most of us take for granted. You plug in a phone, keyboard, or one of the many useful USB gadgets out there, and it just works. But not too long ago, this was basically ...