As computer monitor and television technology has changed and improved over the years, so too have the way we connect to these monitors. Old video cables could only deliver low-resolution analog signals, whereas modern cables can deliver high-resolution, low-latency video and audio over a single cable. This evolution has left us with a variety of monitor connection types each with their own unique capabilities. This wikiHow article teaches you the different ways you can connect to a monitor or television.
Monitor Connection Types Summary
HDMI is the most common connection type. This can deliver high-quality 4K video and audio over a single cable. DisplayPort is another common cable type used on computers that supports higher resolutions and multiple monitor connections. You can also use USB 3.1 and higher to connect to a monitor.
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