data cable
[/ˈdeɪtə ˈkeɪbəl/]
nounpl: data cables
cabo de dados
1. A physical cable used to transmit digital information between electronic devices
I need a data cable to transfer photos from my camera to my computer.
Preciso de um cabo de dados para transferir fotos da minha câmera para o computador.
2. A connecting wire or cord that carries data signals between peripherals and computers
The USB data cable connects my smartphone to the laptop.
O cabo de dados USB conecta meu smartphone ao laptop.
3. Any cable specifically designed for data transmission rather than power delivery alone
Make sure you use a quality data cable to avoid losing information.
Certifique-se de usar um cabo de dados de qualidade para evitar perda de informações.
Data cables are ubiquitous in both Brazilian and American tech culture. In Brazil, USB cables are often referred to colloquially as 'cabo USB' or simply 'cabo' among tech-savvy users. The term 'cabo de dados' is the formal and most widely understood designation across all Portuguese-speaking regions.
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