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Know the C13 Power Cord Coupler that Powers Your Computer System

The source and supply of electrical energy drive the world of electrical appliances. And every human activity is dependent on these appliances. Be it checking emails on the computer or managing a military network. There are countless use cases as such. And where do we connect these appliances? To the power supply units. The above-mentioned activities run through a computer network. Just like the laptops need power cable adapters, the desktops need power cords. Also, they operate in a similar way as plug adapters do. Which is, connecting the appliance to electrical supply lines. Look at Power Cords closely and you’ll observe two end points. One, connected to the wall socket; known as plug. And the other one; which connects the electrical appliance to power cord. Often known as the coupler. IEC is a non-profit and non-govt organization. They have set specific standards for couplers which connect the power cord to the electrical appliances. The connecting couplers are available in...

Connectivity Propellers That Make Your Computers Work

The human brain is connected with different organs like eyes, nose, ears, etc. through neurons. As the organs sense different activities, the message is further carried to the brain while the brain interprets these impulses and acts accordingly. The computer network in this 21st century with a high level of increased usage, functions very similar to the human body. The similarity persists in the ways it is networked. The brain is the central processing unit (CPU) of the human body and the network of neurons connects it with the different organs. It is quite astonishing to know how neurons create a network of impulses in the human body. But how does a computer network connect with the devices? It certainly does not create its network using neurons. So what creates a computer network? How are different devices plugged into the computers? The answer is using  Universal Serial Bus(USB) Cable, Fiber Optics Cable, Networking Cable . These are the connectors which are used for con...

All You Wanted to Know About Monitor Cables

How does today’s economy thrive? I would say, there are two major factors responsible for it. One, the rise in population. And two, the plenteous amount of manufacturing companies. Both together, have given rise to the current economy and the competition between them. This scenario has led to the development of products that have a similar purpose. However, the names of these products differ. Also, the technology which drives them differs. This creates a state of confusion among the buyers when they are looking for the availability a of the options for buying a particular product. Today, we’ll talk about Monitor Cables. They’re nothing but the connectors that connect a monitor with the CPU of a computer. When you go to buy these cables, you’ll be amazed at the available types and their abbreviations. Also, you can insert these cables into multiple ports of computer based on its type. Some are technically advanced, some have better features. And your computer system offers more ...

What are Power Cords? Which Cord Powers Your Computer?

You just cannot take away the electrical oxygen we require for survival! All our major day to day activities either are contingent on machines or electricity or both. We need machines and machines need electricity. Electricity is the flow of electrons through a conductor. Now, to align that flow of electrons, we need a metal conductor sheathed inside a poly vinyl chloride insulator (PVC). This equipment typically known as a  power cord . Power cord, power connector, mains cable or line cord – call it with any of those names but the purpose it serves would not change. These power cords let you connect your electrical appliance through itself with one of its ends plugged in the wall socket or a wall extension board and its other end is plugged in the receptacle installed on the appliance, to build a system of temporary connection. Appliances which are purely power backed, need these power cords to get connected with the main electrical supply line for powering and energizing it...

Know the Plugs that Power Your Laptops!

Two of the greatest innovations of human history: Machines and Electricity. Like always, the beauty of the creations often tends to enslave the creators. Today, we literally live along with the new species of electronics surrounding us. The human race today heavily relies on these gadgets. And just like us, these gadgets too hog on energy sources for their kind. Animals acquire food to derive energy for their survival and the machines around us are as good as being alive. They don’t acquire the food. But they do need energy to function. So, what is the source of their energy? Whenever our smartphone or laptop pings and displays a notification “low battery, please connect to a charger”, we immediately realize that the gadget is energy deprived and we need to feed it. We attach it to a cable, a power cable cord and connect one of its end to the device and the other to the wall. In order to make these connections, we use   power plug adapters . Practically, the tools are par...

What's the Difference between Patch Ethernet Cables and Crossover Ethernet Cables?

Patch Cables:   Refers to electrical and optical cables like Cat5 cables and Optical cables.  However, patch cables/cords can be: single-conductor wires that use banana connectors coaxial cables using BNC connectors Ethernet Cat5, Cat5e , Cat6, Cat6a Optical fiber cables. What makes a patch cable is its length.  Due to its primary use of connecting patch panels, the cables need to be short Crossover Cables: Used when connecting two devices of the same kind to transfer data. Example, if you have a broken computer at home, you can extract the information out with a different computer using a crossover cable to connect the other device without the use of hubs or routers.

How to Choose the Best Ethernet Cable for Gaming?

It is a well-known fact that high-speed Ethernet cable gives faster and reliable connection compared to a Wi-Fi network. An extensively designed gaming Ethernet cable helps to enjoy continuous gaming experience without any lagging or connection interference. Selecting a quality cable for Ethernet connection is a confusing job as all wires are not the same. Also, network cables vary in price, speed, size, and security. If you are searching for an Ethernet cable for Xbox or a Playstation, then decision should be taken wisely. This article discusses about the  best Ethernet cable  for gaming and qualities to look for in a cable. General measures like knowing type of network connection, what speed an ISP is providing you, length of cord needed, and whether to opt for a multi-color option or not can help to choose the best suitable option. Characteristics Of Ethernet Cable To Look For Before Buying: Ethernet Cable Category Ethernet cables are standardized into multipl...

How to Choose Cost-effective Cables For Connections: A Mini Guide

How much do you spend on cables in an entire year? You might not be keeping a record but you know it’s a lot. We know because we were also doing so as well, till a while back. Undeniably, gadgets and electronic items surround our life up to a substantial extent. Most probably, you have at least a couple of them around you at this very second of you reading this. Different cables are lifelines to all these electronic gadgets and hence you end up buying some every other day. Well, this isn’t to lament about the same but bring about a possible solution. Is there a way to save costs on cables? Yes, there is. And that’s to go smart about your investments. In this blog, we have mentioned some tips on how you can choose cost-effective cables to facilitate various connections and data transfers. Prioritize Quality We often end up applying the ‘low to high cost’ filter even while shopping offline. Though there’s no harm in observing the price range, it shouldn’t be your priority. Buying...

How to Choose the Best USB Cables for Your Phone and Laptop Connections?

Most of the contemporary gadgets have at least one USB connection port to facilitate various functions. It can be for making multi-purpose connections with other devices or just for charging the said machine. The quality of USB cables can affect the performance of your device largely. But there’s more to it than just the quality. Yes, apart from the quality of your cable, the type of  USB cables  also greatly affects the functionality of your phone and laptop. So, how can one decide on the best one? Let’s have a brief discussion about the different USB cable types to understand the same. Type-A Most cables have type-A connectors at one end. That’s because most of the peripherals like keyboards, mice, etc. demand type-A connections. Power adapters for most of your mobile devices today also have the same connector. So, whatever cable you select, you are mostly looking for type-A at one end. Type-B  &  Mini USB Type-B USB cables are (almost) square shape...