| A | B |
|---|
| Ports | Connection plugs at the back of a computer to connect input/output devices |
| Parellel Ports | Generally used for connecting printers |
| Serial Ports | Used for connecting a mouse or modem |
| SCSI | Small Computer Systems Interface: Used to connect devices with high peformance requirements e.g. CD writer |
| USB | Universal Serial Bus: supports plug and play |
| Network | Looks like a telephone jack and can connect to another computer on a network |
| Midi | Musical Instrument Digitized Interface: port to handle musical devices |
| Infrared Ports | Wireless connection uses infrared light waves |
