In order to fully understand USB Type-C, Type-A, and Type-B, we must first look at the various versions of the USB standard. The USB Type refers to the physical shape and wiring of the ports and plugs ...

To identify the specific USB ports and connectors on your devices, you can simply look at their shape and color, or check ...

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For more help with cables, check out Glenn Fleishman’s new book, Take Control of Untangling Connections. It answers common questions and aids in troubleshooting problems. You’ll learn how to recognize ...

Ports and connectors are not always the first thing you think about when buying a computer, but it's good to know your options and more about the different types of computer ports and their functions.

The first USB port hit the market in 1996, and the Universal Serial Bus quickly became the go-to port for connecting peripheral devices to computers. It remains a popular connection port today, with ...