A port is a numeric identifier for software that runs on a computer, like Web server or email server software. When a port is open, it's accepting connections from the outside world. It's not uncommon ...

Data sent over a network is directed through specific ports, numbered 1 through 64435. A computer uses port numbers – similar to channels on a television – to determine how network traffic should be ...

In normal language, a port is where ships anchor/dock and planes land. They then proceed with their journey as per schedule. In Information Technology lingo, ports are hardware and software (called ...

Editor’s note: While Jim Coates enjoys his well-earned vacation, we’re rerunning a few often-asked questions from his recent columns. Q. I am considering purchasing a digital camera and find that ...

Users of the new Apple MacBook laptops with limited USB-C ports know how important port hubs are to increase the capacity of connections. They can include Ethernet ports, memory card readers, USB-A ...

Don't miss out on the headlines from Rockhampton. Followed categories will be added to My News. We currently have a widespread job advert seeking another technician, however a good capable tech that ...

QUESTION: Currently my Windows XP Professional computer has only two USB 1.1 ports. Can I add a PCI card with two USB 2 ports? Do I have to remove the USB 1.1 card? If I want to add a USB hub, does it ...