Here's what you should and shouldn't plug into your monitor's built-in USB ports

Monitor USB ports work great for some everyday gadgets, but they're a poor fit for others, especially anything that requires ...

USB-C vs HDMI cables: Which should you be using?

USB-C has emerged as a viable alternative to traditional HDMI for connecting a computer to a display, but which of the two ...
Ars Technica

Connecting a desktop PC to USB-C monitor with HDMI for video - will this work?

I have a Dell U2720Q monitor that accepts HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4 and USB-C. I use USB-C because the monitor acts as a hub for a range of peripherals (keyboard, mouse, webcam, speakers, etc.etc) and ...
ZDNet

Whatever you do, don't buy cheap DisplayPort cables for your PC - here's why

DisplayPort cables are designed to transfer power to monitors. With cheaper options, misaligned pins may cause power failures. You can avoid this by opting for a VESA-certified DisplayPort cable. The ...
PC World

How we test USB-C cables at PCWorld

USB-C cables get no respect. Most people shop for the lowest-priced cable and call it a day under the assumption that they are all the same. They’re not though, and here’s how I weed out the good ...