USB - The connection technology of the future
The Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface was developed in the 1990s to provide a standardized interface for all devices that were to be connected to a computer. The introduction of this universal interface was a response to the growing number of different peripheral devices, each of which used its own special interface and a different cable that was not compatible with the computer.
USB technology has evolved significantly over the years to offer higher speeds, improved performance and more versatile connectivity. While the cables of the original USB 1.0 version only allowed a maximum transfer rate of 12 Mbit/s, speeds of up to 80 Gbit/s can be achieved today. It is mainly used to transfer data, but in many cases can also take over the complete power supply.
The USB is compatible with a wide range of devices. This includes computers, laptops, tablets, smartphones, printers, cameras, mass storage devices, scanners, webcams, mice, keyboards, active speakers, audio interfaces, monitors and many others. This broad compatibility has made USB one of the most widely used interfaces in today’s digital world.
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