Write down the interfaces and ports available in a computer.
Answers
PS/2 connector is developed by IBM for connecting mouse and keyboard. It was introduced with IBM’s Personal Systems/2 series of computers and hence the name PS/2 connector.
Serial Port
Even though the communication in PS/2 and USB is serial, technically, the term Serial Port is used to refer the interface that is compliant to RS-232 standard.
Parallel port is an interface between computer and peripheral devices like printers with parallel communication.
Audio Ports
Audio ports are used to connect speakers or other audio output devices with the computer.
VGA Port
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.
RCA Connector
RCA Connector can carry composite video and stereo audio signals over three cables.
HDMI
HDMI, also known as High Definition Media Interface, 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 and much more.
Explanation:
PS/2.
Serial Port. DB-25. DE-9 or RS-232 or COM Port.
Parallel Port or Centronics 36 Pin Port.
Audio Ports. Surround Sound Connectors or 3.5 mm TRS Connector.
S/PDIF / TOSLINK.
Video Ports. VGA Port.
Digital Video Interface (DVI) Mini-DVI. Micro-DVI.
Display Port.