Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - Data Transmission (Section 10 - No. 10)
What does the term 'backward compatible' mean in the context of USB?
Newer USB devices work with older USB ports.
Older USB devices work with newer USB ports.
Both older and newer devices are always compatible.
USB is not designed to be backward compatible.
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Backward compatibility means that older devices can connect to and work with newer ports.