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Simply deleting files won’t erase an external drive permanently

On an external drive, the delete key is more of a suggestion than a final verdict. Files that appear to vanish from a USB ...

This Tiny USB-C Gadget Adds MagSafe-Like Magnetic Charging To Most Laptops

Apple's easily detachable MagSafe charging system has saved countless laptops from an untimely tumble, and this gizmo lets ...

5 Of The Best Uses For Your Computer's Empty USB Ports

Did you know the internet is full of USB accessories that add a whole new layer of convenience to your computer, such as DVD drives, Wi-Fi adapters, and more?
BGR

You're Using USB Hubs Wrong - Here's How

The purposes of a USB hub are to both turn a single USB port on your PC into several, as well as help to organize all of your USB-connected devices around a convenient, singular point. When a USB hub ...

Why is my USB port orange? I learned what every color really means, and it's wild

Teal: Just like blue, but denoted as USB 3.1, supporting faster transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbps. Red: These are the newest and fastest devices available, categorized as USB 3.1 Generation 2 and USB 3 ...

Should you run Linux straight from a USB? I tried it, and here's my expert advice

ZDNET's key takeaways Running Linux from a USB drive is possible.You can boot just about any distribution you want from ...
USA Today

TSA urges travelers to avoid two tempting airport freebies

Look across any airport boarding area and you'll see travelers scrolling through their phones and charging their devices before flights, but federal authorities have urged travelers to be careful on ...
Pocket-lint

3 good reasons I'll never use a USB stick again (and you shouldn't either)

Craig is a reporter for Pocket-lint based in Toronto. He earned a diploma in journalism from Seneca Polytechnic and holds a Media Foundations certificate from Humber College. Craig previously interned ...
ZDNet

My Wi-Fi went out, but a forgotten TV feature kept me entertained for hours

Most smart TVs have USB ports that are greatly underutilized. The outputs can be used to broadcast local media files, troubleshoot bugs, download updates, and more. I've been using my USB port to play ...
Geeky Gadgets

USB-C Myths vs Reality : What Your Devices & Cords Actually Support

Have you ever plugged in a USB-C cable, expecting seamless charging or lightning-fast data transfer, only to be met with disappointment? You’re not alone. Despite its sleek, reversible design and ...
PC World

6 practical uses for the USB port on your router

The USB port on your router is often unused and yet it offers practical functions that can make everyday life easier. You can do things like saving and sharing files, mobile charging, or even an ...
Hackaday

Plug Into USB, Read Hostname And IP Address

Ever wanted to just plug something in and conveniently read the hostname and IP addresses of a headless board like a ...