A technician is tasked with connecting an external hard drive to a computer system that requires data transfer and also frequent unplugging. The hard drive contains a microUSB 3.0 port. Which of the following reasons best explains the manufacturer's choice of including this specific port on the hard drive?
Because it is the most modern connector, mandated by the latest computing device standards.
To provide multiple concurrent video outputs via the external hard drive.
To enable faster data transfers and power the drive through the same connection, while allowing compatibility with older systems.
To use a less common standard to enhance the security of the data on the external hard drive.
The microUSB 3.0 port is designed to provide fast data transfer rates while also being capable of supplying power to the external hard drive. This is an appropriate choice since the user needs to frequently unplug the device, indicating portability, and would benefit from fast data transfer speeds when the device is connected. Moreover, because the microUSB 3.0 connector is backward compatible, it can still be used with older ports at their respective speeds.
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