Computer Part wonders
Nov 28, 2016 11:57:56 #
My daughter just picked up a new computer to help for work. On it was the newer USB3 conections and it also had USB-C.
Q1 What is USB-C?
She told me it was the newest (?) connector that has all the connections at one point. I looked around for an adapter I could use in my desktop and found a couple but not many.
Q2 Will I have to get that before long or is it not really needed for now?
Q1 What is USB-C?
She told me it was the newest (?) connector that has all the connections at one point. I looked around for an adapter I could use in my desktop and found a couple but not many.
Q2 Will I have to get that before long or is it not really needed for now?
Nov 28, 2016 12:39:03 #
USB-c has been around for some time -- think cell phones and similar devices. Cables are readily available, but I haven't run into anything that I needed a usb-c to usb-c cable for yet. Most of these cables are usb to usb-c for things like charging your cell phone. Best of luck.
Nov 28, 2016 12:45:16 #
JeffR
Loc: Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
Most cell phones are USB-b (micro). USB-c is newer, and mostly found on the newest and thinnest laptops.
Nov 28, 2016 16:55:28 #
Just the newest version of USB which accomodates both data and power.
Nov 29, 2016 05:51:32 #
USB C is gradually replacing USB 2 and 3, it is can be inserted any way round, and can be used for charging and data transfer.
I have a couple of devices with USB C input and adaptors are needed to use with USB 2 or 3, but make sure they are good quality and don't buy cheap.
This link may be useful:http://www.trustedreviews.com/opinions/usb-type-c-everything-you-need-to-know
I have a couple of devices with USB C input and adaptors are needed to use with USB 2 or 3, but make sure they are good quality and don't buy cheap.
This link may be useful:http://www.trustedreviews.com/opinions/usb-type-c-everything-you-need-to-know
Nov 29, 2016 05:57:55 #
It's a shame that there are so many kinds of USB connectors. Of course, it's good for the cable makers. Do we really need mini and micro and USB-C?
Nov 29, 2016 08:31:07 #
Here's the answer and more.
Mark
http://www.howtogeek.com/211843/usb-type-c-explained-what-it-is-and-why-youll-want-it/
Mark
http://www.howtogeek.com/211843/usb-type-c-explained-what-it-is-and-why-youll-want-it/
Nov 29, 2016 08:38:32 #
JeffR
Loc: Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
Of course we do. It's called progress! Would you prefer that Canon or Nikon stopped trying to improve and release new cameras?
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