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The usb keyboards tag on WindowsForum.com collects discussion of keyboard connectivity on modern Windows PCs, including why legacy PS/2 ports still appear on some current motherboards alongside USB. The tagged thread examines the practical differences between PS/2 and USB input, what the older connector can still do on Windows 10 and 11 systems, and where common claims about it need correction. It is useful for readers weighing motherboard rear I/O options, troubleshooting keyboard detection, or deciding whether a USB keyboard is the right choice for a build or upgrade.
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    Why PS/2 Ports Still Appear on Modern Motherboards: Windows 10 and 11 Guide

    Plenty of legacy connectors have disappeared from the back of the PC. The parallel port is gone, the serial port has mostly moved to an internal header, and VGA survives mainly on budget boards. The round, six-pin PS/2 socket is still around, though, and you can find it on some current...