My new laptop didn't have the array of outlets that I was used to and set up for: this plus a USB-A to C cable adapter (bought separately) has re-connected everything I need to use seamlessly, easily, flawlessly. This unit is bigger than I expected which at first I thought was a disadvantage: (all that bulk for just three output sockets?) but at the end of the day it sits tidily and unobtrusively in the case with the laptop awaiting a data-projector, an external hard drive, a CD player or DVD writer or whatever to connect.. I like the way the cable has a place to store tidily away, too: it just works. Definitely recommended: 5/5