The USB-C Male to USB-A Female Adapter Converter - USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) is the perfect solution for connecting a flash drive, keyboard, mouse, or other device that has a USB-A connector to a laptop or desktop computer that has a USB-C port for USB 3.2 Gen 1 communication. The USB-C connector is smaller than traditional USB connectors and features a symmetrical design which allows it to be easily connected on the first try. Additionally, the durability of the USB-C connector allows for up to 10,000 connection cycles. This cable supports a data transfer rate up to 5Gbps.With a transfer rate of up to 5Gbps, it is fully backward compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, and 1.1 devices. The dongle-style extender reduces strain on the USB-C port, preventing extra weight and strain from damaging the port. No need to worry about software or drivers to install, the plug-and-play feature makes it simple to just connect and start using right away.