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Stop complaining about your USB-C cables: These 6 weird formats prove how bad things used to be

USB tried everything before USB-C: Here's why the side quests failed ...

Not all USB-C cables can transfer data – here's how to tell which ones can

Not all USB-C cables can transfer data or support fast charging speeds. Here's how to identify which cable is right for you ...
Tidbits

USBefuddled: Untangling the Rat’s Nest of USB-C Standards and Cables

For more help with cables, check out Glenn Fleishman’s new book, Take Control of Untangling Connections. It answers common questions and aids in troubleshooting problems. You’ll learn how to recognize ...

Buying a USB-C cable? Beware these 6 hidden traps

If you think all USB-C cables are basically the same, think again. Here are the mistakes you'll want to avoid when buying a USB-C cable.
Macworld

How to tell whether a USB-C cable can carry high-wattage power and Thunderbolt 3 data

USB-C and Thunderbolt 3 are no longer new technology. But the similarities and differences can still wind up confusing even long-time users of the Mac. Where this tends to manifest itself these days ...