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A physical switch on all ports that are sometimes used for power-only, disconnecting data lines, would be worthwhile for many people. Or just train people to u
by ballenf 8y ago
A physical switch on all ports that are sometimes used for power-only, disconnecting data lines, would be worthwhile for many people.
Or just train people to use power banks for USB-powered accessories instead of their computers.
- jpindar 8y agoThere are cables and adapters that don't have the data lines connected, they are sometimes called USB condoms.
- beamatronic 8y agoI would expect them to be made of clear plastic for easy visual confirmation
- monocasa 8y agoThat just makes me want to design a fake USB condom that looks legit. Maybe modulating the data over the power cables using ICs implanted in the connector...