A gadget that connects to the computer via USB. Examples are an LED keyboard light and miniature cooling fan for a laptop that connect to the USB port. A Swiss Army knife with a built-in USB flash drive is another variation. See USB.
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- Discussion threads 2009-09-04
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- Discussion threads 2009-08-10
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- Discussion threads 2009-07-29
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- Discussion threads 2009-06-11
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- Discussion threads 2009-01-21
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- Discussion threads 2008-12-08
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