What type of connector is commonly used to connect a monitor to a computer for video output?

What type of connector is commonly used to connect a monitor to a computer for video output?

  1. USB Type-C
  2. HDMI ✓
  3. RJ45
  4. Thunderbolt

Explanation

HDMI cables carry both video and audio from computers to monitors and TVs. Most modern monitors have HDMI ports for high-definition display. The connection is simple with one cable doing everything.

USB Type-C can carry video but isn’t primarily for monitors. RJ45 is for ethernet network cables. Thunderbolt works but HDMI is more common.

HDMI became the standard because it’s reliable and widely supported. Almost all displays and graphics cards include HDMI ports.