Evolution and Revolution of the USB

The video tutorial explores the evolution and impact of USB technology. It begins by highlighting the widespread use of USBs among computer users and explains the USB's role in connecting various peripherals. The tutorial then delves into the challenges faced before USB technology, such as the need for multiple ports and custom drivers. It discusses the invention of USB in 1994 by A J. Batt and the support from industry leaders. Finally, it examines how USB technology led to the decline of older storage media like floppy disks, CDs, and DVDs, due to its smaller size, faster speed, and versatility.

What is one reason the USB is often taken for granted?

• It is rarely used.

• It is a new technology.

• It is difficult to use.

• It has become a common item for most computer users.

What does USB stand for?

• Unified Serial Bus

• Universal Service Bus

• Universal System Bus

• Universal Serial Bus

Before USB, what was a common issue with connecting devices to computers?

• Devices were too expensive.

• There were too many incompatible ports.

• Computers did not support external devices.

• Devices were not available.

Who was one of the inventors of the USB technology?

• Bill Gates

• Steve Jobs

• A J. Batt

• Mark Zuckerberg

Which storage medium did the USB contribute to phasing out?

• Solid State Drives

• Cloud Storage

• Floppy Disks

• Blu-ray Discs