Instead of having to switch among different tools to do different management tasks, you now have this variety of plug-ins to do all the tasks with one common interface.

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The common interface standards mean that there are rules for constructing the hardware and software used in the family of radios so that even though they may have different configurations and users, they can all communicate when their settings match.

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The micro-USB connector will be used as the common charging interface.

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This "common user interface" will be ready next year.

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Compared to the Gobi2000 that has been infiltrating laptops and MiFi devices for the past year, this one doubles the HSPA downlink speed and enhances the Gobi common application programming interface (API) functionality for enterprise applications.

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This type of interface has become common among feature-laden high-end luxury cars to help reduce dashboard clutter.

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Devices with this interface will be common in client computer devices using flash memory, including notebook computers and some tablets.

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The USB-IF (USB interface industry group) briefing at IDF indicated that USB 3.0 is becoming more common and projected rapid adoption this year and next.

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