[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Ports
data transfer
Moving files between devices over a port or cable.
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
Data transfer over a port means moving files to or from a device. Speed is limited by the slowest link: the port, the cable, and the storage.
See USB 3.2 and Thunderbolt port.
Where data transfer Matters
Laptops
Frequently Asked Questions
What is data transfer?
Moving files between devices over a port or cable.
What terms are related to data transfer?
Related Ports terms include power in, USB-C charging.