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With the varieties of USB and Thunderbolt terminology floating about, as well as new versions being adopted by Apple and other device producers, sorting out the mess can be a problem. Here's what you need to know about USB 3, USB 4, Thunderbolt 3, and Thunderbolt 4.
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Compared: USB 3, USB 4, Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, USB-C - what you need to know
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