The transmission medium is the physical vehicle that facilitates the transport of information. Guided transmission media use a solid medium (cable) for transmission. There are many cables, but the ...

USB-C cables and connectors: these are controversial topics, and rightfully so – I don’t want to pull any punches. I will also show you that things don’t have to be that bad for you, as long as you’re ...

You've probably noticed that some Ethernet cables are round, while others are flat. Here's how to decide which cable shape is ...

HDMI cables use male plugs at both ends, and all HDMI ports on equipment have female sockets. Cable runs that are longer than 25 feet for 1080p signals and longer than 49 feet for 1080i require ...

Using an Ethernet cable over Wi-Fi guarantees a more stable and faster gaming experience for players. CAT-8 cables provide superior internet speeds, but CAT-6 cables are more than enough for most ...

HDMI looks simple from the outside. One plug. One port. A promise that video and audio will “just work.” In real life, HDMI choices affect picture quality, refresh rate, gaming features, cable routing ...

Learn what each audio video cable type is for and how to recognize them by their connector. Got the Home Theater system connection blues? It’s always a bit frustrating to newcomers and seasoned ...

If you need to cover a long distance for your video, take a look at these types of HDMI cords.

Trying to save a few bucks by purchasing offbrand cables? We've all done it -- but there's something you should know about new USB Type-C connectors popping up on cellphones (Nexus, OnePlus), laptops ...