laptop dock

Desktop connection station

A laptop dock is a device that connects a laptop to multiple peripherals through a single cable connection.

The dock typically provides ports for monitors, keyboards, mice, and network connections, letting users quickly transform a portable laptop into a full desktop workstation: She plugged into her dock and immediately had two monitors and a full keyboard.

Also called a docking station.

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  • USBDevice connection standard
  • USB-C hubMulti-port connector accessory
  • hubCentral connection point
  • monitorDisplay or supervisor

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Opposites
computing form factor/philosophy

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Flat portable computing device

smartphone · Chromebook · handheld device

connectivity/portability

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Portable wireless internet source

portable charger · laptop sleeve · laptop bag · mobile computing

expansion vs. minimalism

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Multi-device connector station

dongle

Family

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Top 500,000
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G