All matter such as solids, liquids, and gases, is composed of atoms. Therefore, the atom is considered to be the basic building block of matter. However, atoms are almost always grouped together with other atoms to form what is called a molecule. Only a few gases such as helium are composed of individual atoms as the structural unit. Atoms are extremely small.
But now Type-C is here to save the day. USB Type-C is a description of the port connection itself. Itâs small, compact, and replaces the standard USB Type-A and B connections as well as the myriad of micro and mini USB ports. Basically, itâs one USB connection type to rule them all.
In the Catalog for USB-232/485 Series Interfaces, it says that the 1-port interface has a USB Type A plug whereas the 2- and 4-port interfaces have a USB Type B connector. What is the difference? Do I need any additional hardware to connect either one to my computer? Solution: The USB receptacle on your PC is a type A connector and can be recognized by its rectangular shape.Type A receptacles can be found on upstream devices such as a USB host, or a hub. Type A plugs can be found on cables, and smaller peripherals such as a mouse and a flash drive. However, many larger USB peripherals such as printers and scanners use a detachable cable, and use the Type B receptacle, which has a square shape. Instruments are another type of downstream device. To connect an instrument to your PC, you will need to use a USB Type A to Type B cable. The two types of plugs have the same number of pins, and are electrically identical. They are only different mechanically.