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We can not connect peripherals directly to the system bus for the following reasons:

- To maintain the cleanest conditions possible inside the box

- You would need to snake the connectors/cables all over the inside of the case and possibly block the motion of the cooling fan(s)

- Protect the mother board from being damaged by too much pressure being applied

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One of the major reasons is the peripherals' cabling would put too much capacitive loading on the system bus, either slowing its operation by orders of magnitude or making it impossible to operate at all!

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Pasha Nakato

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Well, isn't that just a happy little question! Peripherals aren't directly connected to the system bus because they come in all shapes and sizes, and each one has its own unique way of communicating with the computer. By using interfaces like USB, Ethernet, or Bluetooth, peripherals can connect to the system bus in a standardized way, allowing them to work harmoniously with the rest of the computer system. It's all about creating a peaceful and efficient environment where every part can work together in perfect harmony.

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Mismatch of data rates.

Data transfer rate of some peripherals is faster than that of the memory or processor.

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Victor Moses

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