FireWire Uses Advantages Disadvantages

FireWire

FireWire is a method to transfer information between digital devices like audio and video components. It is a popular connector for adding peripherals to computer.

Uses of FireWire

• To connect digital camcorders.
• To connect external hard drives.
• To connect other devices that can benefit from high data transfer rate (up to 480Mbps).
• To connect to computers to transfer files.

Advantages of FireWire

1. To transfer power to the device through the same data transfer cable.

Disadvantages of FireWire

1. It is more expensive.