...similar in many ways to KVM extenders. They extend the output from a computer to a VGA monitor or projector located at a distance. The main differences are that they do not transmit keyboard and mouse data and that they often split the video and aud...

...are coming on strong because flat-panel displays are not only slimmer and more attractive on the desktop, but they’re also capable of providing a much sharper, clearer image than a traditional CRT monitor. • The VGA interface was developed to supp...

...the right switch.. • In KVM extension applications where you want to distribute HD video across a network, you need to understand how it works and what kind of networking equipment to use with your extenders. • Think of your network as a river of da...

...IP-based distribution technologies use transmitters and receivers to extend signals over a TCP/IP network (a LAN or even a WAN, for instance). Oftentimes, they’re called IP streamers when used with codecs. But, when choosing one, be sure you’re not...