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Most modern mice are connected to computers via USB and almost all PC's come with at least one USB port to plug it into. USB stands for Universal Serial Bus, and there are 3 standards. USB 3 is the fastest and latest, but most devices and ports currently only support USB 2 or USB 1.

Older mice may also connect to computers via PS/2 ports. These ports are starting to dwindle, and you might need some luck to find a new computer with this type of connection, also USB to PS/2 converters are available.

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