Sessions at Microsoft BUILD 2011 about USB 3.0

Thursday 15th September 2011

• Understanding USB 3.0 in Windows 8

  by Kristina Hotz

  With throughput up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0 and improved power management, USB 3.0 is the latest release of the world’s most popular PC interface. In this talk, you will learn how USB 3.0 is integrated into Windows 8 and hear Microsoft’s recommendations and requirements for taking advantage of this new technology.

  • USB 3.0
  • Windows 8

  At 9:00am to 10:00am, Thursday 15th September

  In 213 B, Anaheim Convention Center

  Coverage video

• Building great USB 3.0 devices

  by Jane Lawrence

  Building USB 3.0 devices involves electrical circuit design, firmware development and driver development in order to enable custom features. In this session, we will walk through the hardware development lifecycle and provide Windows 8 specific guidelines for creating great USB 3.0 experiences.

  • USB 3.0
  • Windows 8

  At 4:00pm to 5:00pm, Thursday 15th September

  In 207 B, Anaheim Convention Center

  Coverage video