How Do You Tell What Type Of USB Ports You Have?

To identify the specific USB ports and connectors on your devices, you can simply look at their shape and color, or check ...
CNET

Plug in a USB cord the right way, the first time

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Does It Matter Which USB Port You Use On Your MacBook?

The MacBook USB port you use only matters if your devices support the Thunderbolt USB‑C protocol. Otherwise, the ports are ...
Lifehacker

Plug in a USB Cable The Right Way (The First Time, Every Time) by Looking at The Seam

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 ...
Ars Technica

dumb laptop USB questions

I have a Lenovo laptop that has 3 USB connectors on the side. one is marked on the case with just the USB symbol, and the other two have a SS-USB symbol by them. I can see the extra contacts that are ...