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If you thought USB naming was nonsense, allow this professional furry engineer to explain the total nightmare that is the underlying hardware complexity of USB-C

Question. What's the difference between USB 3.1, USB 3.1 Gen 2, and USB 3.2 Gen 2? Answer, they're all exactly the same, they're just different iterations of the totally bananas naming schemes that ...
CNET

USB 3.2 explained: Making sense of current and confusing USB standards

Matt Elliott is a senior editor at CNET with a focus on laptops and streaming services. Matt has more than 20 years of experience testing and reviewing laptops. He has worked for CNET in New York and ...
Computerworld

USB-C explained: How to get the most from it (and why it keeps on getting better)

USB-C and other high-speed protocols can push data to warp speeds. Here’s how to make the most of the current standards and what lies ahead. Now that you’re used to seeing co-workers, family, and ...
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This is the easiest way to spot a USB cable that won’t fast charge

If you want the best performance, the rule is simple: Avoid USB-A. Don't buy a USB-A charging brick, and don't buy USB-A to USB-C cables for your high-power devices. Stick to a full USB-C ecosystem — ...