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It can deliver up to 100 watts of power, so it can even charge big devices like laptops. Many new devices
now use USB-C because it can handle data, charging, and video all in one port.

HDMI Port

An HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port is used to
connect devices like TVs, computers, and gaming consoles to monitors or
televisions. It sends both video and audio signals through a single cable,
providing high-quality visuals and sound. HDMI ports are commonly used
for devices like laptops, gaming consoles, Blu-ray players, and set-top
boxes. They support high-definition content and can handle 4K resolution
and 3D video, making them great for watching movies, playing games, or
using a computer on a big screen.

SATA Port

A SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) port is used to connect
storage devices like hard disk drives (HDDs) and solid-state drives (SSDs)
to a computer’s motherboard. It allows the transfer of data between the
storage device and the computer. SATA ports are commonly used to connect
internal storage devices, providing fast data access and transfer speeds.
They are widely used in desktops, laptops, and servers to store and retrieve
information quickly and efficiently.

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The SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) port was developed by the Serial ATA International
Organization (SATA-IO).

PCI-Express Port

A PCI-Express (PCIe) port is a connection on a computer
motherboard used to add extra parts like graphics cards or
network cards. It helps these parts communicate with the
computer quickly. PCIe slots come in various lane sizes like x1,
x4, x8, and x16, where the number indicates the number of data
lanes and the speed of data transfer. The x16 slot is typically used
for graphics cards, which require high bandwidth.

PCIe enhances the performance and upgradeability of computers by allowing the integration of new
hardware components.

PERIPHERALS OF A COMPUTER SYSTEM

Peripherals are devices that connect to a computer to make it more useful. There are two main
types: input devices, like a keyboard and mouse, which allow us to give commands to the computer,
and output devices, like a monitor and printer, which show or print information from the computer.

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