Computer Ports Quiz

Which port is commonly used to connect a keyboard or mouse on a desktop computer?

• FireWire

• VGA

• PS/2

• HDMI

What is the primary difference between a VGA port and a DVI port?

• VGA sends a digital signal; DVI sends an analog signal.

• VGA sends an analog signal; DVI sends a digital signal.

• VGA and DVI both send digital signals.

• VGA and DVI both send analog signals.

FireWire ports are used more often than USB ports to connect devices like digital cameras and external hard drives.

• True

• False

Which of the following ports can transmit both video and audio signals?

• VGA

• DVI

• HDMI

• USB

What is indicated by a USB port with a blue tab inside?

• It is a USB 2.0 port.

• It is a USB 3.0 port.

• It is a USB 1.1 port.

• It is a FireWire port.

All desktop computers use color-coded ports for connecting devices.

• True

• False

Which port is specifically designed to connect to a network?

• HDMI

• Ethernet

• FireWire

• Serial

PS/2 ports are part of a family of connectors called mini-DIN connectors.

• True

• False

DisplayPorts are asymmetrical, with only one corner beveled.

• True

• False

The pink audio jack is typically used to connect a microphone.

• True

• False