# What were you THINKING?

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**Category:** The BBQ Pit\
**Created:** [October 13, 2023, 7:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-were-you-thinking/991532 "2023-10-13T19:36:53Z")\
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**Author:** ![Baal\_Houtham](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/baal_houtham/32/13604_2.png) [@Baal\_Houtham](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Baal_Houtham)\
**Post date:** [July 29, 2026, 1:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-were-you-thinking/991532/7695 "2026-07-29T01:23:42Z")

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@Whack-a-Mole still can’t[stop in the USB-B thread](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-does-usb-b-exist-computer-cable/1031930/152). The explanations have been clear and constant, but he refuses to accept that having USB-A connectors on both ends is a moronic idea.

The multiple comparisons to an extension cord with a male plug on both ends are right on the money. His brilliant response is saying that USB cords with double “A” head wouldn’t kill us.

Jezzus. The mole has been whacked 50 times, but is sure his brilliant electronic insights will triumph.

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