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Buttons, Sockets and Slots on a Desktop Computer

Other types of ports

There are many other types of ports computers can have. For example, some Macs have a FireWire port, which is similar to USB. There are also newer ports such as Thunderbolt, which can transmit data at very high speeds, making them ideal for use with high-resolution monitors and external hard drives. If your computer has ports you don't recognize, consult your manual for more information.

Now you try it! Practice connecting the cables with an interactive game.

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