IEEE 1394 is unique in its ability to carry video and audio with assured quality, based on its high bandwidth capabilities. IEEE 1394, also named "Firewire" by Apple, and "i.Link" by Sony, is a standard I/O interface designed to service the demands of the emerging multimedia bus requirements.  This simple to use, peer-to-peer connection system can carry a dense multimedia data stream between computers, video cameras, high-fidelity audio products and imaging devices at a maximum speed of 400Mbps. The hot plugging capabilities of 1394 make it ideal as a consumer interface.