Cables, connectors and adapters

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Identify common network, peripheral and storage cable types and their associated connectors, including twisted-pair Ethernet, coaxial, fiber optic, USB, Thunderbolt, SATA and video cabling.
Differentiate display connectors and signaling standards, including HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI, VGA and USB-C video modes, and select the correct cable or adapter for a given requirement.

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Apply knowledge of USB connector families and versions, including Type-A, Type-B, Mini-USB, Micro-USB, USB-C and relevant backward-compatibility or adapter considerations.

Select appropriate adapters, dongles and converters to connect dissimilar ports or standards while accounting for signal type, direction and device capability.

Interpret connector form, pin layout and intended purpose to avoid incorrect installation or incompatible cabling choices.

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