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Somehow, even if we think we know which direction that USB cable is supposed to plug in, you always second guess yourself when it doesn't go in the first time. Here are a few tips to rid your life of ...

Welcome to TNW Basics, a collection of tips, guides, and advice on how to easily get the most out of your gadgets, apps, and other stuff. Before we start talking about USB cables, I know some people ...

Plugging in a USB cable is often an exercise in frustration, involving multiple jiggling and flipping attempts when really this should be a straightforward connection. Avoid this annoyance going ...

You go to plug your trusty thumbdrive into the computer but it doesn't fit, so you flip it. But that doesn't work either. You flip it again, and by some miracle, now the drive slides into the port ...

Connecting two computers with a specific type of Universal Serial Bus (USB) cable allows you to transfer files or other data directly from one machine to another. Transfer speeds are limited to the ...

Make your own OTG USB cable in four simple steps If you have an Android phone or tablet and want to host a USB device such as an Arduino, you’ll need an On-The-Go (OTG) USB cable. You can purchase one ...

Tethering, or sharing your phone’s internet connection with your PC, is a simple yet powerful solution that ensures you are always online. This article will guide you through the straightforward ...

USB-C introduced simplicity: a simple flat connector with rounded sides that has two correct orientations: the long side can be inserted into a compatible port without checking. It’s used universally ...

In case you don't know what USB-C is, it is one small, reversible connector for charging, storage, displays, and everything else. What's not to love? However, that description is ...