Web site Linux.com offers a few tips for taking advantage of the second Ethernet port on the back of your computer. For example, in Linux you can bond your two ports for load balancing and fault ...

Every device connected to a network must have its own Internet Protocol address to communicate with other devices. In the case of most business and home networks, each computer is connected to a ...

USB-to-Ethernet adapters seem convenient, but hidden flaws make them unreliable for critical use. Invest in real networking ...

So, we have some testing labs and some equipment in those labs that can connect to a PC with a direct network connection - no router or switch, just a loopback cable to the device. Device is ...

One benefit of my ending up between Scott Mueller and Richi Jennings is knowing that I’m not alone in experiencing hardware problems with Ethernet ports. I’m basically a software guy. Coming from a ...

Since the introduction of the USB protocol, you don't see many serial devices anymore. For that reason, most manufacturers no longer include a serial port on desktop or laptop computers. Therefore, if ...

Do you need 100Gbps Ethernet? The real questions seem to be whether you are willing to pay for it and, given the growth of traffic within the datamcentre, whether it is unavoidable. The standard was ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. One of the many features laptops lost as they became ...

Ports and connectors are not always the first thing you think about when buying a computer, but it's good to know your options and more about the different types of computer ports and their functions.