Windows 98 provides the most complete USB support. If you're using an older version of Windows 95, consider an upgrade to Windows 98. Cameras - USB provides the ideal connection for tethered PC cameras. USB provides an easy way to connect telecom devices to the PC, enabling users to create desktop call-centers to manage incoming calls and faxes, record messages and support multiple mailboxes with digital ease and efficiency. USB connectivity enables users to easily adjust display preferences with software-based controls.
Monitors can also support USB hubs, providing a convenient place to attach additional USB devices.
Printers - Specialty printers are designed for dedicated use with specific applications, such as photo printing. USB is the ideal connectivity solution for specialty printers, because it enables users to easily share these devices among multiple PCs at home or at the office. Because USB is a two-way connection, users can make adjustments on their PC using a graphical interface and instantly hear the results. These broad categories include telephones, digital cameras, modems, keyboards, mice, digital joysticks, some CD-ROM drives, tape and floppy drives, digital scanners and specialty printers. The conventional serial and parallel ports that we know today will probably remain in use for quite some time.