We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The slow but steady advancements in USB generations are a testament to the growing power and data requirements of the various peripherals and ...

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The USB port on your laptop can support a host of devices, but it can also become a gateway to threats. Avoid plugging these things into your USB port.