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USB ports probably don't come to mind when you consider all the things you need to think about before buying a new monitor. Still, most would agree: the more USB ports on a monitor, the better. After ...

Optical drives no longer come pre-installed in most PCs and laptops, yet they’re still indispensable for many users. Whether for playing old DVDs, installing ancient software from CDs, or burning data ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Your PC or laptop likely has multiple USB ports for seamless connectivity. These ports allow you to plug in various useful USB gadgets, such ...