COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

COMPUTER PERIPHERALS AND INTERFACES

INTERFACE STANDARDS USB HDMI AND THUNDERBOLT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which interface combines PCIe and DisplayPort into one serial bus and was developed by Apple?
A
Thunderbolt
B
AGP
C
eSATA
D
USB
E
POST
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Thunderbolt is a hardware interface that allows for the connection of devices to a computer. It uses the same connector as Mini DisplayPort (MDP). Thunderbolt combines PCI Express (PCIe) and DisplayPort (DP) into one serial signal alongside a DC connection for electric power, transmitted over one cable.

Detailed explanation-2: -Originally marketed under the name Light Peak, Thunderbolt is an interface that is used to connect peripheral devices to a computer. It is a serial interface that combines existing PCI Express and DisplayPort technologies.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) port is available on some newer Intel-based Mac computers. Mac computers with Apple silicon have either the Thunderbolt / USB 4 port or the Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) port, depending on the model. The ports allow data transfer, video output, and charging through the same cable.

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