Upstream vs. downstream USB ports on your monitor: What's the difference?

When it comes to USB ports and hubs, upstream vs. downstream simply describes the function each USB port handles for ...
Ars Technica

Connecting a desktop PC to USB-C monitor with HDMI for video - will this work?

I have a Dell U2720Q monitor that accepts HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4 and USB-C. I use USB-C because the monitor acts as a hub for a range of peripherals (keyboard, mouse, webcam, speakers, etc.etc) and ...
Houston Chronicle

How to Use an Apple Monitor With a PC

While not commonly practiced due to Apple's proprietary monitor input design, an Apple monitor can be connected to a PC. Connecting an Apple monitor to one of your business PCs first requires an ...
PC World

Where should you buy monitor cables? | Ask an expert

Q: Where do you buy your cables for your monitors? They’re not all made to equal specifications, especially DisplayPort. A: Monoprice gets our staff’s vote for being a source for reliable, affordable ...
Houston Chronicle

How to Mirror Your PC Monitor Onto a Multimedia Projector

Mirroring your PC's display on a multimedia projector lets you output the computer's display on both your computer's primary display and the large screen associated with the projector. This setup is ...
PC World

Should you buy a Thunderbolt display? Pros, cons, and what to buy

Should you buy a Thunderbolt display? The question is coming up more often these days, as more PC laptops appear with a Thunderbolt port. You might also be wondering whether a Thunderbolt port ...