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USB port
A USB port is a common computer connection used for audio interfaces, MIDI controllers, storage, and other devices.
Also called: USB
Level relevance: introduced at Nat 3; tagged for every later level where the same concept remains useful.
Explanation
USB can carry data, power, or both depending on the device. In music technology, USB is often used to connect interfaces, keyboards, controllers, microphones, and external drives.
Topics
HardwareConnectivity
Curriculum statusofficial concept
Review statusdraft
Sources
- National 5 Music Technology course specification, May 2023, version 3.0 · accessed 2026-07-08
Used for the National 3, National 4, and National 5 technology and music concept tables.