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Connector Encyclopedia

Universal serial bus (USB)

Universal Serial Bus (USB) is an industry standard that establishes specifications for cables, connectors, & protocols for connection, communication & power (interfacing) of computers & peripherals.


Serial

In computing, a serial port is a serial communication interface through which information transfers in or out sequentially one bit at a time. “”Serial” denotes hardware compliant with RS-232 or other standards, such as RS-422/485.

Modular

A modular connector is a type of electrical connector for cords & cables of electronic devices & appliances, such as in computer networking, telecommunication equipment, & audio headsets.

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