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FC0-U61 · Question #83

Which of the following are examples of keyboard connectors? (Select TWO).

The correct answer is A. USB E. PS/2. Keyboards commonly connect to computers using either the modern Universal Serial Bus (USB) standard or the older, dedicated PS/2 port.

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Question

Which of the following are examples of keyboard connectors? (Select TWO).

Options

  • AUSB
  • BRJ-11
  • CSerial
  • DFireWire
  • EPS/2

How the community answered

(35 responses)
  • A
    89% (31)
  • B
    3% (1)
  • C
    6% (2)
  • D
    3% (1)

Why each option

Keyboards commonly connect to computers using either the modern Universal Serial Bus (USB) standard or the older, dedicated PS/2 port.

AUSBCorrect

USB (Universal Serial Bus) is the most prevalent and versatile connector for modern keyboards, offering plug-and-play convenience and broad compatibility.

BRJ-11

RJ-11 is primarily used for telephone connections and dial-up modems, not keyboards.

CSerial

Serial ports (e.g., DB9) were used for various peripherals but are not standard keyboard connectors.

DFireWire

FireWire (IEEE 1394) is a high-speed data bus typically used for digital video devices and external storage, not keyboards.

EPS/2Correct

PS/2 (Personal System/2) is a legacy, dedicated 6-pin mini-DIN connector specifically designed for connecting keyboards and mice to a computer.

Concept tested: Keyboard connector types

Topics

#peripheral connectors#USB#PS/2#keyboard

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