USB (Universal Serial Bus)

What is USB?

Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a standard for the wired connection of computers to peripheral devices such as printers, cameras, keyboards and storage media. Since its introduction in the 1990s, USB has become one of the most widely used interface standards and supports both power supply and data transfer.

Advantages and applications

USB offers easy handling through plug-and-play functionality and supports a wide range of devices. With advanced versions such as USB 3.0 or USB-C, higher data transfer rates and faster power supply are possible. USB is used in home and office environments, industrial devices and portable devices to efficiently transfer data and connect devices.