You might've noticed that some USB ports on laptops or desktops are labeled differently. These ports may also have a curious symbol or icon next to them and if so, they could be sleep-and-charge ports ...

If the USB ports of your system remain powered after shutdown, follow the suggestions provided below. Before you proceed, turn off the main power or disconnect the charger (if you are a laptop user).

USB-C ports are on nearly every new consumer electronic device on the market these days. This is thanks to an EU mandate that forced all tech makers including Apple to ditch its proprietary Lightning ...