multiport
Hub with outlets
Multiport describes something with multiple ports—connection points for cables, fluids, or data.
A multiport USB hub allows several devices to connect through one interface.
In networking, a multiport switch links multiple computers.
The term appears in plumbing and automotive contexts for valves with several inlet or outlet connections.
Central connection point
- USBDevice connection standard
- HDMIAudio-video interface standard
- adapterDevice enabling equipment compatibility
- dockingConnecting to a port
interface · peripheral · connector · cable · jack · socket · plug · dongle
Connecting to a port
- stationFixed stopping point
- hubCentral connection point
- adapterDevice enabling equipment compatibility
- slotNarrow slit for insertion
bay · module · card · chassis · enclosure · bracket · mount · panel
Circuit-breaking toggle device
- routerPacket-forwarding network device
- hubCentral connection point
- gatewayPoint of access
- firewallNetwork access control system
VPN · NAT · packet · bandwidth · latency · topology · protocol · subnet
Made of separable units
- compactTightly packed together
- configurableAble to be adjusted
- universalAffecting all equally
- scalableAble to increase capacity
compatibility · interchangeable · adjustable · versatile · integrated · streamlined · consolidated · all-in-one
hub
Central connection point
- USBDevice connection standard
- HDMIAudio-video interface standard
- adapterDevice enabling equipment compatibility
docking · interface · peripheral · connector · cable · jack · socket · plug · dongle · VGA
docking
Connecting to a port
- stationFixed stopping point
- hubCentral connection point
- adapterDevice enabling equipment compatibility
slot · bay · module · card · chassis · enclosure · bracket · mount · panel · rack
switch
Circuit-breaking toggle device
firewall · VPN · NAT · packet · bandwidth · latency · topology · protocol · subnet · broadcast
modular
Made of separable units
- compactTightly packed together
- configurableAble to be adjusted
- universalAffecting all equally
scalable · compatibility · interchangeable · adjustable · versatile · integrated · streamlined · consolidated · all-in-one · travel
multiportportless
Without a maritime landing
single-entry · standalone · isolated · dedicated · simplex