When it comes to technology, there are different ways to establish physical connection with different devices. This article discusses the types of cables and connectors that are commonly used.

USB has been on our desktops and laptops since about 1997 or so, and since then it has been the mainstay of computer peripherals. No other connector is as useful for connecting mice, keyboards ...

Tired of that rat's nest of computer cables snaking all around and under your desk? Head to the supply closet and pull out some big binder clips. Turns out they're ideal for reducing cord clutter ...

Exposed cable management Inevitably, some cables may end up being exposed, so your management options depend on the quantity and distance they need to travel.

The advantage of a cable over a nub is that it moves the connector away from the computer a bit, about 9 inches in this case.

There are a lot of different types of categories of Ethernet cables. We break down each category from Cat 5e to Cat 8 and tell you what the differences are.

Explore the dynamic Cables and Connectors Market, where a projected US$ 210 billion industry awaits growth, driven by rising global connectivity demands, government initiatives, and diverse ...

Q Some USB cables have a bump on one end and others don’t. What does the bump do, and can I use bump and bumpless cables interchangeably? A The bump is mostly likely the cylindrical ferrite bead ...

Unhindered, the cable running from your camera to computer would behave like antennae, picking up and transmitting the waves produced by the gadgets—and possibly interfering with your kit.