Fast technology news on June 2, from now on, the situation of USB-C interface confusion on Windows 11 computers is finally coming to an end. Microsoft promises to end the USB-C interface confusion through the new Windows 11 WHCP (Windows Hardware Compatibility Program) regulations. In the future, Microsoft promises to ensure that all USB-C interfaces support data, charging and display functions. This means that users no longer need to guess which interfaces support which functions, just plug them in. Microsoft pointed out that the new regulations should already apply to certified Windows 11 laptops and tablets that have installed Windows 11 24H2. In a blog post, Microsoft cites an example: “Five minutes before a customer presentation, I plugged a 4K monitor into the USB-C port of a new laptop. The display didn’t light up, and my mind was in a mess – the cable was plugged in, why didn’t it light up?” The above problem is not the USB-C interface itself, but the “USB-C interface function is not consistent across the PC ecosystem”. In other words, not all USB-C interfaces are created equal, and you can’t tell which interfaces provide a complete experience based on their appearance alone. The reality is that one interface can charge a laptop and connect to a 4K monitor; the other interface may only provide the data transfer speed of USB 2.0. ” The USB specification allows this, but without a clear mandate, consumers will face frustration, guesswork, and endless troubleshooting. “Microsoft says. In theory, the USB 4 standard promises everything – charging, high-speed data transfer, multi-monitor display, and compatibility with Thunderbolt peripherals – with a single USB Type-C interface. However, Windows Diagnostics data shows that 27% of PCs equipped with USB 4 have experienced feature restricted notifications, meaning that users have plugged in a USB-C device, but the required features are not implemented on the PC. Microsoft says most people don’t know what” USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 “means or which interface supports which features. Therefore, we are pleased to see that USB-IF has introduced more concise and clear brand identity guidelines, such as “USB 40Gbps” and “USB 80Gbps”, to make it easier for everyone to understand the specific functions of each interface. We believe that a clear brand perception is essential to the actual customer experience of using the USB-C interface on Windows 11 PCs. While the USB specification gives PC manufacturers the ability to choose optional features supported by ports, our aim is to set minimum standards for USB-C interface functionality on PCs. In addition, Microsoft has also listed a list of functional requirements standards for different USB interfaces under the new Windows Hardware Compatibility Program (WHCP) regulations, which you can compare in detail. [ End of this article] If you need to reprint, please be sure to indicate the source: Fast Technology
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