A home cinema system is the ideal way to make the most of a new flat-screen HD TV and all your gadgets and consoles. It may seem like a bit of a chore to connect things such as your Freeview box, DVD player, games consoles and speakers, but the time will be well worth it [...]
USB cables are the ultimate home computing accessory and no-one should be without these incredibly useful leads. They are used for a wide variety of connection purposes and are the standard option for many devices and gadgets. Development of USB cables USB stands for Universal Serial Bus. The technology was first developed in 1994 by [...]
Ethernet cables are ideal for homes with several computers and games consoles that need to share the same internet connection or peripheral devices such as printers, scanners and display screens. Because they can transfer data at incredibly high speeds, Ethernet cables are ideal for high-demand environments where maintaining a strong signal is vital. They are [...]
Digital Visual Interface leads, or DVI cables, transmit digital signals to display screens, such as flat-screen LCD televisions, computer monitors and projectors. They were developed by the Digital Display Working Group as the next step up in development from analogue VGA cables. DVI cables work by carrying uncompressed digital video data, thus enhancing quality. Signals [...]
USB cables have quickly become the standard connection method for home computing and handheld gadgets since first being developed in 1994. They make transferring files and information quick and easy thanks to their high speeds of sending data, “plug and play” technology and “drag and drop” interface. This gives them a huge advantage over other [...]
Setting up home computing and viewing systems can be complicated, time-consuming and expensive. Even once you have chosen the right computer, television and other equipment to suit your needs, the process does not end there. Hooking them all up and ensuring everything works together with minimal fuss is the next step towards home electronics heaven. [...]
Ethernet cables are used to connect two or more computers and create a home or office network and can also hook up to scanners and printers as well as create a connection to the internet. They transfer data at incredibly high speeds and without loss of signal quality or information, making them ideal for high-demand [...]
USB cables are the most common connection option for most home electronics. USB ports are found on everything from computers and laptops to printers and games consoles, with handheld gadgets such as digital cameras, camcorders and smartphones often featuring the smaller versions of the technology – mini or micro USB ports. Most people will already [...]
Most of today’s computer monitors may be LCD panels, but there are a number of different types of ways that you can connect this single type of computer monitor to the rest of your computer. Monitor cables or monitor connections can vary depending on the type of the monitor and the size of the monitor. [...]
USB cables (Universal Serial Bus) are cables purpose built for use with USB hardware. Such cables will have any combination of the appropriate male and female ends, in any of the varying sizes and types as defined by the USB specification. The USB specification states that a USB cable can be no longer than 5 [...]
VGA (Video Graphics Array) was the last three letter acronym standard created for PCs (Personal Computers). A VGA connector uses 3 rows of 5 pins each for a total of 15 pins. A VGA cable has a connector on one or both ends depending on the cable and monitor (some monitors have the cable built [...]
When it comes to working in technology and computers, there are specific cables designed to meet specific needs and purposes. For the purpose of connecting to a high speed internet connection, Ethernet cables are what you are going to use. Ethernet cords connect to your computer and a cable modem, allowing you to reach the [...]
HDMI stands for High Definition Multimedia Interface, and was created to replace the myriad audio and video connectors currently used by various manufacturers for various audio and video devices. HDMI supports uncompressed video and up to 8 channels of audio data, also uncompressed. HDMI cables are compatible with what is known as DVI (Digital Visual [...]
When it comes to computers and technology, there are specific types of cords and cables that have very specific purposes. The same is true for other types of electronics. For example, an HDMI cable is the standard for connecting most consumer media devices such as televisions, DVD players, etc. HDMI stands for High Definition Multimedia [...]
Computers and other electrical devices have specific types of cords and cables that work for them, typically meeting specific needs in the process. The same is true for small handheld devices when it comes to mp3 players, cell phones and similar devices. USB is a standard familiar with most personal computer users. The standard is [...]
A monitor cable is any type of cable purpose built for carrying video signal from a personal computer to the monitor. The most common types of cable for monitors are the 15 pin VGA (Video Graphics Array) cable, or the DVI (Digital Visual Interface) cable. Some professional level monitors use 5 BNC (Bayonet Neill-Concelman) connectors [...]
When it comes to computers and technology, specific cords and cables all have distinct purposes and uses. The purpose of the Ethernet cable is to connect a computer to high-speed internet access. The purpose of the Ethernet cord is to connect a cable modem and a computer together so that the computer can connect to [...]
Ethernet cables are used to create networks of computers and other devices and connect to the internet. This allows them to share information quickly and easily and also means they can all use the same peripheral gadgets without any extra wires. They are not as complicated as they sound and are easy to use, meaning [...]
New rules regarding the labelling and testing of HDMI cables are now in effect, changing the way manufacturers and retailers can package and display the products and ramping up the standards they have to meet. HDMI Licensing, the agent responsible for licensing the High-Definition Multimedia Interface specification, has also issued new regulations on the trademark [...]
VGA Cable or Video Graphics Array cable is a cable that is used to connect a monitor or display to a personal computer. The VGA standard was defined in the late 1980s and is sold on products produced today. You can find the VGA connector on anything from projectors, to personal computers, laptops and a [...]
