Every country manages electricity in its own way. So our computer power cord, power cord for the phone, and other gadgets are also different. We buy our gadget, bring it home, unbox it, and plugin that cord that came with it to give it that initial charge to start using it. However, most of us never think about it.

The trend of putting power plugs is going away, though. For a few years now, when you bring home a gadget — only…

We all use internet connections. And for your internet connection, there are various things that you will require. For example, router, ethernet cables, modem, etc. Today we will talk about Ethernet cables and types of ethernet cables.

First things first. What are Ethernet Cables?

An ethernet cable is a cable that runs from a router, modem, or switches giving your devices the internet or LAN (Local Area Network) access. The benefit of hardwiring internet connections is that it…

In our everyday life, we use electronic devices to simplify our work in various ways. There are numerous advantages that electronic devices offer us. But to make them work, you will require power cords, sockets, and connections. But what if you want to place multiple devices in the socket, one for charging, another for starting the equipment, etc. In this case, you will need an extension cord.

You will find this electronic device…

To build a network infrastructure for your small business, you need to consider a few things. It is quite different from setting up a home network. Business network designs are more complex and need high security. Here is the basic list of devices that you will need.

Modem

A modem modulates and demodulates electrical signals sent via coaxial cables, phone lines, etc. Modulation is the transformation of digital information from your computer into analog signals to transmit…

Universal Serial Bus cables (USB Cables) are a boon in the plug-in world. They allow the connection between various electronic devices with the help of only a cable. Thanks to their versatile use cases, their demand is increasing every year. By versatile, I did not mean one USB cable fits all. There are different types of USB cables used for different purposes. For example, type A for one side connection, type B to and to understand each type, we need to know more details about them. Let us…

Do you also feel like you know almost nothing when it comes to installing wires in your new home? How many types of cables are there, and what is the purpose of using them? However, it is important to know which kind of cable you need for your electronic devices.

Also, having a basic understanding of various cables can be helpful while choosing the right kind of cables for your home. Mostly the word wires and cables are interchangeably used but the cable is a collection of various…

There are times when computer cables might seem confusing and all the same. It becomes hard to distinguish which one is useful for which purpose. Today, I have a detailed article for you with all the necessary information about three main types of computer cables. This will help you to understand each and distinguish them. So, let's start exploring the three primary and popular computer cables:

1. USB (Universal Serial Bus)

These are the most common and versatile computer…

We all prefer wifi because we love the freedom that comes with it. We can access the internet anytime without much effort. With wired connections, some people don’t like the mess ethernet cables create. Sometimes we also have devices that are not compatible with LAN ports.

But, if you have to deal with confidential data and need a more reliable, fast connection, then you must think about getting a wired connection for yourself. Also, wired connections have less latency compared to…

Usually, in data center power system design, more emphasis is given on power equipment and not on power cords. The right selection of power cords not only matters to the cost of the data center installation but also to its performance. Using good quality and the right type of power cords is of utmost importance.

Generally, for the data center the C13 power cord, C15 power cord, and…

Let’s admit the fact that our laptops never come with enough ports. Especially for Macbook Air users, it becomes compulsory to carry an array of dongles so that it can get easier to plug everything in with USB cables and other products.

Enter USB hubs.

That makes everything much easier. It not only expands the number of ports, but with USB docks you can set up your perfect dream workstation with a single plug! Today, we will talk about some of the best USB hubs that can be of…

January brings with it new gadgets, for the home, the pocket, office, even transportation - the car is a huge gadget, obviously - at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. So that means everything will magically work wonderfully together, right? Right?

Obviously not. It means we have to wait for the concept-like products to launch all through the year and hope that they work as advertised. One of the things that are underrated to work as well as advertised is perhaps the…

Want to revisit memories from two or three decades ago? For that, we all have VHS tapes sitting on a shelf or lying somewhere in our storeroom. With years passing, the video quality of VHS tapes will degrade. So, you might not be able to have the same video quality at the time it was shot. But better late than never!

There are challenges you might face when you start converting your VHS tapes into digital copies. To know how to navigate through this situation please keep…

As we know, there are different parts that need to be connected to the computer for desired outputs. Some parts can be directly plugged into the motherboard of the computer, while some parts need external cables or computer adapters to connect them to the computers. These parts include mice, keyboards, digital cameras, hard drives, etc. There are several types of different cables available in the market, such as HDMI cable, DVI cable, VGA cable, Ethernet cable, USB cable, 3.5 mm audio cable,…

There are varieties of cables connected to your computer for different purposes like connecting your CPU to the monitor, keyboard, mouse, main switch, etc. Today we are going to talk about a cable connecting the different input equipment like a keyboard, mouse, joystick, etc., to the computer for output results. That cable is known as DB9 cables.

In the world using USB and PS/2 interfaces, DB9 cables are still used in various devices. In its initial years, it used to be popular and…

In this era of the fast internet, your old ethernet cable might not be sufficient to match the current speed of the internet. With advancements in technology, you can find a cable that is speedy and less noisy for your internet connection. Well, it can be a little difficult to choose from a wide range of cables available in the market.

If your basic requirement for network application is in Gigabits then you can install Cat6 ethernet cables.

Cat6 ethernet cables are popular in…

Ethernet cables are not glamorous. But they exist and bring the internet to our devices. So, the cables must be paid attention to. Cat5e ethernet cable has been a favorite for a while now, whether for home or the office. It’s reliable and gets the job done.

When setting up wiring for home or office, it is always better to future-proof the setup, thus…

As you might already have experienced, choosing and getting the best Ethernet cable is not as easy as searching ‘ethernet cable near me’ on the search engine. With the new updates and modifications in Ethernet cables, there are various types of them available for different uses. These network cables often look the same but have significant differences in terms of categories, cables, and purposes. Its quality and performance majorly depend on the vendor you buy from. So choose wisely. Even…

NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturing Association) and IEC (International ElectroTechnical Commission) are two types of power cords that we use in our everyday lives. NEMA is the industry group that sets standards for use in electrical products. And IEC is a non-profit & non-govt organization that publishes international standards for all the AC interconnections between equipment. Both of them have many different varieties. And to introduce you with commonly used NEMA and IEC power…