The correct answer is: A. IEEE 1394 is faster.
USB (Universal Serial Bus) and IEEE 1394 (FireWire) are both standards for connecting peripheral devices to computers. USB is the more common standard, while IEEE 1394 is used for high-speed devices such as digital video cameras and external hard drives.
USB 3.0 has a theoretical maximum transfer rate of 5 Gbps, while IEEE 1394 has a theoretical maximum transfer rate of 400 Mbps. This means that IEEE 1394 is about 8 times faster than USB 3.0.
However, USB is more widely supported than IEEE 1394. Most computers have USB ports, while only a few have IEEE 1394 ports. Additionally, USB cables are more common and less expensive than IEEE 1394 cables.
In conclusion, the most significant difference between the USB and IEEE1394 standards is that IEEE 1394 is faster. However, USB is more widely supported and has a lower cost.
Here are some additional details about each option:
- Option B: USB does not support USB C. This is not true. USB C is a type of USB connector that is compatible with USB 3.1 and USB 3.2.
- Option C: USB is plug and play. This means that USB devices can be connected to a computer without having to install any drivers. IEEE 1394 devices also support plug and play.
- Option D: IEEE 1394 is hot swappable. This means that IEEE 1394 devices can be connected or disconnected from a computer while the computer is turned on. USB devices can also be hot swappable, but this is not always supported by all USB devices.
- Option E: None of the above. This is not the correct answer. The most significant difference between the USB and IEEE1394 standards is that IEEE 1394 is faster.