Parallel Port A parallel port, also known as a printer port, is a type of interface found on computers and other devices used to connect peripherals such as printers, scanners, and external storage devices. It facilitates the transfer of data in parallel, allowing multiple bits of data to be sent simultaneously over separate channels within the port. Parallel ports were commonly used in older computer systems for connecting printers and other peripheral devices. They typically feature a DB-25 or Centronics connector and were widely used before being largely replaced by USB (Universal Serial Bus) and other faster interfaces. |