Implementation Manager (IM) Specialist CHTS Practice Test

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Today's computers connect the mouse and keyboard via a(n) _________ slot:

  1. USB

  2. IDE

  3. SATA

  4. PS/2

The correct answer is: USB

The correct choice is USB because Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are the most common connection standard used for peripherals like mice and keyboards in modern computers. USB has become the standard due to its versatility, ease of use, and ability to support multiple devices through a single port. It allows hot swapping, which means devices can be connected or disconnected without powering down the computer. The other options represent older or specialized connection types. IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) is primarily used for connecting storage devices like hard drives and optical drives. SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) is also a storage interface, used for connecting hard drives and solid-state drives, not input devices. PS/2 was once a common connection type for keyboards and mice but has largely been replaced by USB in contemporary systems. While some computers may still include PS/2 ports, the general trend is towards USB for input devices, making it the correct and most relevant answer for today's computing environment.