I want to know the answer to the following question:
What kind of connection is provided on the iPod Shuffle for both audio output and file transfer?
All the background I'm provided with is that "As of the first-generation iPod Nano and the fifth-generation iPod Classic, Apple discontinued using FireWire for data transfer (while still allowing for use of FireWire to charge the device) in an attempt to reduce cost and form factor.". Is that enough to answer the question?
Answer: no