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Every computer has its own set of buttons and ports. In this video, we're going to talk about

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some of the most common ones, including what they're for and how to recognize them.

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Some buttons are universal, like the power button. Depending on the type of computer you have,

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it may be on the front, on the back behind the screen, or even on the inside when you open the

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lid. The power socket is where you'll connect the power cord. If you have a laptop, you'll

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have a charging port instead. Most computers provide more than one USB port so you can plug

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in any device you might need. Keyboards, printers, and USB drives are all common examples.

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Some computers even have USB-C ports, which can be used for many different things,

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not just plugging in devices. Laptops, for instance, often use the format for the charging port.

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If you have a desktop, you'll use the monitor port to connect the monitor.

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There are quite a few types of monitor connections, ranging from HDMI to the USB-C

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style we just mentioned. If you have a laptop, you can connect a separate monitor as long as

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you have the right equipment. Just look for the display port and plug in the appropriate cable.

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The Ethernet port lets you connect to the internet if you're not using Wi-Fi.

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All you need is an Ethernet cable, which you can then connect to your modem or router.

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If your computer has an audio jack, you can use it to plug in wired headphones or speakers.

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You may or may not have a disk drive, depending on how old your computer is and who makes

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it.

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The disk drive can be used to insert a CD, a DVD, or a Blu-ray disc.

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If you have ports that look like this, they're for older peripherals like mice, keyboards,

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and printers.

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Newer versions of these devices usually connect via USB or wirelessly.

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That covers the basics of buttons and ports.

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Of course, every computer is different, and technology is always changing.

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To find out what options you have, take a closer look at your computer.

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