I havent used a usb2 version, but I have used a usb1.1 version of these transfer cables. It came with software that had to be installed on both machines to work. Yours may be different, however.

I have a Dell U2720Q monitor that accepts HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4 and USB-C. I use USB-C because the monitor acts as a hub for a range of peripherals (keyboard, mouse, webcam, speakers, etc.etc) and ...