One Cable, Multiple Signals USB-C can carry power, data, video, and audio simultaneously through a single cable. How? Through a technology called Alternate Mode (Alt Mode). Alt Mode repurposes some of the USB-C connector’s high-speed data pins to carry non-USB…
The Invisible Protocol That Affects Your Transfer Speed When you plug a USB flash drive into your computer, data transfers at a certain speed. But did you know that the protocol used to manage that transfer can make a 20-30%…
The Confusion Around USB4 and Thunderbolt 4 USB4 and Thunderbolt 4 share the same USB-C connector, the same 40Gbps maximum speed, and many of the same capabilities. Are they the same thing? Not quite. Understanding the difference helps you choose…
What Is an E-Marker Chip? Inside every USB-C cable rated for 5A (100W+), there’s a tiny chip called the E-Marker. This chip is mandated by the USB specification and serves a critical safety function: it tells the charger what the…
Introduction Understanding USB CDC class for serial communication, virtual COM ports, and modem emulation. This complete guide covers the technical foundations, practical applications, and expert insights you need to understand this topic thoroughly. Technical Overview The USB CDC represents a…
Introduction Step-by-step explanation of USB device enumeration, from initial connection to configuration and data transfer. This complete guide covers the technical foundations, practical applications, and expert insights you need to understand this topic thoroughly. Technical Overview The USB enumeration process…
Introduction Technical analysis of USB 3.2 Gen 2×2, its dual-lane architecture, and In practice throughput expectations. This complete guide covers the technical foundations, practical applications, and expert insights you need to understand this topic thoroughly. Technical Overview The USB 3.2…
Introduction Explore USB Type-C alternate modes that carry non-USB signals like DisplayPort, HDMI, and analog audio. This complete guide covers the technical foundations, practical applications, and expert insights you need to understand this topic thoroughly. Technical Overview The USB Alternate…
Introduction Complete guide to USB OTG functionality, compatible devices, and how it enables direct device-to-device communication. This complete guide covers the technical foundations, practical applications, and expert insights you need to understand this topic thoroughly. Technical Overview The USB OTG…
Introduction Technical breakdown of USB PD protocol, negotiation handshakes, and power profiles up to 240W. This complete guide covers the technical foundations, practical applications, and expert insights you need to understand this topic thoroughly. Technical Overview The USB Power Delivery…
Introduction Deep dive into the USB Type-C specification, including pin assignments, alternate modes, and cable requirements. This complete guide covers the technical foundations, practical applications, and expert insights you need to understand this topic thoroughly. Technical Overview The USB Type-C…
Introduction Complete guide to USB data transfer speeds from 1.5 Mbps to 40 Gbps, with Actual performance benchmarks. This complete guide covers the technical foundations, practical applications, and expert insights you need to understand this topic thoroughly. Technical Overview The…
