Mini DisplayPort and early versions of Thunderbolt share a connector, but does that make them the same? Let's take a quick look at the two protocols.

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VESA said that all devices using the Mini DisplayPort connector must meet the specifications required by the DisplayPort 1.1a standard, and cables that support the standard must also meet specific ...

A version of the DisplayPort interface introduced by Apple in 2008. Mini DisplayPort uses a smaller plug and socket than the full-size DisplayPort. Also used on some Windows PCs, the Mini DisplayPort ...

Apple also made a mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI adapter (MB571LL/A A1306), which you can still find in the used market, and in some cases even new old stock online. If you need to use an older Mac ...

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Update, October 18, 9:42 a.m. ET: After this article published, a VESA spokesperson responded to Ars’ request for comment, informing us that VESA will no longer certify products for DisplayPort 2.0.