Laptops are practical because you can take them with you. However, laptops have a relatively small screen. If you work on a mobile computer, it quickly becomes annoying to constantly switch programs.

USB ports probably don't come to mind when you consider all the things you need to think about before buying a new monitor.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. From the finicky jackscrews of the VGA connector to slim and reversible USB-C cables, we've come a long way when it comes to powering and ...

Whether you have an average laptop or one of the best laptops around, one of the best ways to improve the experience is to use an external monitor. That's not something you can take with you easily, ...

Here is how to connect a Lenovo ThinkVision monitor to a Windows laptop and experience two screens. Check ports on your laptop & monitor Make the connection Connecting to dual ThinkVision via USB-C ...

Modern gaming laptops have come a long way. They might be slim, powerful, and long-lasting, but they still can’t compete with desktop monitors in screen real estate. Even the largest gaming laptops ...

Closing your laptop doesn't mean you have to stop using it. Just hook it up to an external monitor. Palash has been writing about technology (and entertainment) for over a decade. His focus has been ...

The first USB port hit the market in 1996, and the Universal Serial Bus quickly became the go-to port for connecting peripheral devices to computers. It remains a popular connection port today, with ...

Eric Franklin led the CNET Tech team as Editorial Director. A 20-plus-year industry veteran, Eric began his tech journey testing computers in the CNET Labs. When not at work he can usually be found at ...