Question

A(n)…………is the interface used toconnect external devices to the computer.

A. DRIVE

B. EXPANSIONHUB

C. HUB

D. PORT

Answer 1

Answer:

D. PORT

Explanation:

A Port is the interface used to connect external devices to  computer.

Ports are of various types based on the type of communication interface:

For example:

• Serial port : information transfer takes place one bit at a time.
• Parallel port : transfer of multiple bits at a time.
• Ethernet : used for connecting network cable
• USB : Universal Serial Bus

Computer peripherals like mouse,keyboard, modem, printer etc connect to the computer via the port which is in accordance with their specified communication interface.