When it comes to USB ports and hubs, upstream vs. downstream simply describes the function each USB port handles for connecting multiple accessories.

Modern monitors are not just displays for your computer; they can do so much more. Some monitors feature a built-in KVM functionality, allowing you to use a single set of keyboard, monitor, and mouse ...

USB ports probably don't come to mind when you consider all the things you need to think about before buying a new monitor. Still, most would agree: the more USB ports on a monitor, the better. After ...

When you're looking for a new monitor, the number of USB ports and what you can plug into them are probably pretty far down the list of requirements. At least, I know they are for me when I'm looking ...

The first USB port hit the market in 1996, and the Universal Serial Bus quickly became the go-to port for connecting peripheral devices to computers. It remains a popular connection port today, with ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Beyond the usual flash drives, external hard disks, USB hubs, light bars, and microphones, there are plenty of other clever uses for your ...

It's true that thin and light laptops in recent years, like the MacBook Air, have changed the game for portability and performance — especially with the massive gains in the battery department.

David Nield is a technology journalist from Manchester in the U.K. who has been writing about gadgets and apps for more than 20 years. He has a bachelor's degree in English Literature from Durham ...

Shoppers in the market for a portable monitor have no shortage of monitors to choose from, but many come from less well-known brands. Dell’s Pro 14 Plus is a well-respected option that provides a ...