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24-pin USB connector system

USB‑C, or USB Type‑C, is a 24-pin reversible connector that supersedes all previous USB connectors, which were designated legacy in 2014. This connector also supersedes Mini DisplayPort and Lightning connectors. USB-C is widely used for multiple purposes: exchanging data with peripheral devices, such as external drives, mobile phones, keyboards, trackpads, and mice, and between hosts; transferring A/V-data to displays and speakers; and powering peripheral devices and being powered by power adapters, either through directly wired connectors or indirectly via hubs and docking stations. This connector type can be used for other data transfer protocols besides USB, such as Thunderbolt, PCIe, DisplayPort, and HDMI. It is extensible, allowing the support of future protocols. Wikipedia →

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  1. Read the overview: USB-CA 5-minute orientation
  2. Skim a recent paper: Fingerpick Blood-Based Nucleic Acid Testing on A USB Interfaced Device towards HIV self-testingInfluential work since 2022
  3. Pick up a classic book: Messen, Steuern und Regeln mit USB und C#The most-reprinted book on the subject
  4. Read the landmark paper: Use of the upflow sludge blanket (USB) reactor concept for biological wastewater treatment, especially for anaerobic treatmentCited 1,012 times
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  1. Ease of use
  2. Overview
  3. Specifications
  4. USB‑C receptacle pin usage in different modes
  5. Software support
  6. Hardware support
  7. Security

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