Most computer speakers come with a 3.5mm audio jack, which is the most common input for audio devices. However, some newer computer speakers come with an optical input, which is a higher-quality input that can provide better sound quality.

An optical input is a digital input that uses a light signal to transmit audio data. This type of input is typically found on higher-end audio devices, such as surround sound receivers and high-end headphones.

Since an optical input is a digital input, it can provide a higher-quality sound than an analog input. An analog input transmits audio data as an …