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Can you plug a USB-C hub into another USB-C hub?
While Thunderbolt offers the ability to “daisy-chain” devices, USB-C does not. Rather than connect a USB-C hub to another USB-C hub, connect different hubs to individual USB-C ports on your laptop if it has more than one.
Is a USB-C port the same as a USB port?
USB (Universal Serial Bus) comes in a sometimes bewildering variety of shapes, sizes and speeds. USB-C is the most modern of these, and can carry more data and power than older USB-A. You might still have some MicroUSB cables with their fiddly connectors or USB-B ports that can be found on many printers. Read our feature USB speeds, types and features explained for full details.
What's the difference between a USB-C hub and a docking station?
A docking station usually has more ports than a USB-C hub, but some of the hubs reviewed above equal docks for number of ports on offer. Another difference between a hub and a dock is that most docking stations come with their own power supply, while hubs usually have a pass-through USB-C port for attaching a USB-C wall charger.