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I see a big range in 16 port usb hub prices does anyone know if the cheap ones are good?

I see a big range in 16 port usb hub prices does anyone know if the cheap ones are good?

this one is $159
http://www.thinkgeek.com/computing/usb-gadgets/cef0/

these are under $40
http://www.amazon.com/s?ie=UTF8&keywords=16%20port%20usb%20hub&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3A16%20port%20usb%20hub&page=1
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Thanx for your time actualy I am a teacher /programmer and I have created aprogram that accepts answers via joysticks the computer can process 16 joysticks thus the need for 16 ports with some sort of power have you any idae how much power a pc game controller draws?
Well, it all depends on what controller you have, but rather than guessing I'd suggest checking the manual or looking for a sticker on the device which would probably tell you the draw.

Intresting application btw...
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is it possible for me to damage my laptop using one of these guys with 16 chaep game controllers plugged into it
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