Socket 7 parts were backward compatible with Socket 5 using an adapter (unless you wanted to modify the pins yourself). The key difference between the two was that Socket 7 had an extra pin for ...

Unplug your modem and router from the power socket, wait a minute, plug in your modem, wait a minute, and then plug in your router. How do I know if my wireless adapter is bad Windows 10?

The latter could be more convenient for many, as it uses the same cable you charge your smartphone with at home, whereas the 12V socket requires an adapter and a USB cable. But, while it’s ...