Few things are as frustrating as attempting to plug one device into another and finding out you don’t have the wire that you need. But it happens all the time! One time I hosted a party to watch a championship MMA match, and I couldn’t get my big screen monitor’s HDMI input to work with … Read more
A Network Attached Storage device (NAS) is, as the name suggests, a storage drive that connects to your network instead of your computer. This allows the device to be accessed by anyone on the network. Of course, you can add permissions to the NAS or individual, folders to prevent unauthorized access to specific files. The … Read more
Solid-state drives (SSD) have surpassed hard drives as the industry standard for storage. SSDs have superior speed and durability and feature no moving parts. If you want to run an M.2 SSD on an older motherboard or a budget motherboard that lacks M.2 slots, you need a SATA to M.2 adapter. To save you the … Read more
You have probably come across E12 and E26 before, even if you don’t realize it. This code refers to the size of the thread on a light bulb. By understanding the thread size you can select the right bulb for a specific lighting application. The Light Bulb It is beneficial to note that E26 is … Read more
The Xbox 360 was released by Microsoft in May 2005 as a direct competitor to the Playstation 3 and the Nintendo Wii. Of course, the console offered improved graphics and speed from previous versions, it also has an online connection which allows you to connect either for free or via a paid subscription, depending on … Read more
A dual monitor adapter does exactly what it says, allows you to use two monitors with one computer. There are many times when this can be beneficial. For many people it allows you to be more productive as you can easily see two different apps at the same time without having to shrink the size … Read more
N64 remains one of the most recognizable consoles of all time. Impressive considering how old it is. Now the age can be a problem, the technology moved forward, new TVs new audio/visual cables. This is where the HDMI adapters come in, you can play your favorite games on your new TV no problem. If you … Read more
If you own an iPod, MP3 player, or many other types of home audio equipment then you have come across the 1/8 jack, also known as the 3.5mm audio jack. It is the standard connection for audio devices and allows you to plug in your headphones effortlessly. A Little History Regarding 1/8 and 1/4 Jacks … Read more
XLR connectors are generally used on professional music equipment. The connection is circular with three pins on the male connector and three sockets on the female connector. They are often seen as a type of audio connector although they can be used with low-voltage power supplies and even video. The biggest advantage of these connectors … Read more
Choosing the right cables and adapters to join two products together and get the best possible signal can be difficult. You need the right connection to ensure you get a high-quality signal and can enjoy whatever activity you are undertaking. Fortunately, this guide will help you to understand what the XLR to USB adapter is … Read more