Is the cable on the computer end the old USB style plug or the newfangled USB-C mini connector?

Yes, it is the old USB-A (rectangular) connection, not the new USB-C

what usb connector does this have

The product has a SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface.

Is this hard drive suitable for offsite backups?

This hard drive includes features such as password protection and built-in 256-bit AES encryption, making it suitable for securely storing files, which can be advantageous for offsite backups.

What is the difference between USB 3.2 (as Ad.) and USB 3.0? Should we use the same cable?

A quick google search for "difference between USB 3.2 and USB 3.0" will turn up lots of good info on this. Look for one one of the top results at kanguru .com for the best answer. I'd include the link here but NewEgg doesnt allow inserting links. Hope that helps.

what are usb requirements?

The WD 4TB My Passport Portable Storage External Hard Drive is compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0.

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Slim design
Automatic backup - easy to use
Password protection + 256-bit AES hardware encryption
Up to 5TB capacity
3-year limited warranty
Trusted drive built with WD reliability
WD Discovery software for WD Backup, password protection and drive management
SuperSpeed USB port; USB 2.0 compatible

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Model
Brand	WD
Series	My Passport
Model	WDBPKJ0040BBL-WESN

Performance
Color	Blue
Interface	USB 3.2 Gen 1
Capacity	4TB

Features
Features	Slim style. The new My Passport drive has been redesigned for you to make the most of your own journey. It features a convenient, slim form factor and is available in a range of vibrant colors. Locked down. The My Passport drive's password protection and built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption helps keep your digital life's contents secure. Just activate password protection and set your own personalized password using WD Discovery. Social friendly. Included WD Discovery software lets you connect to popular social media and cloud storage services like Facebook, Dropbox and Google Drive. Seamlessly import, organise and share your photos, videos and docs to the My Passport drive to backup your online social life. WD Discovery can also manage your drive through WD Drive Utilities. Backed up. The My Passport drive comes equipped with WD Backup software to help make sure everything you create while on your own life journey - photos, videos, music, and documents - doesn't get lost. You can set it to run automatically to your schedule. Just pick the time and frequency to back up important files from your system onto your My Passport drive. Super easy. My Passport portable storage is ready right out of the box including all necessary cables. And with SuperSpeed USB, you can quickly start backing up everything in your life and keep driving forward. Ongoing confidence. There's no telling what's ahead in your own journey. That's why WD builds drives to demanding requirements for durability and long-term reliability.
System Requirements	Windows 10 or Windows 8.1 Chrome OS Requires reformatting for other operating systems.

Dimensions & Weight
Dimensions	0.75" x 2.95" x 4.22"
Weight	0.46 lb.

Packaging
Package Contents	Portable hard drive SuperSpeed USB cable WD Discovery software (Windows only) Quick install guide

Additional Information
First Listed on Newegg	September 30, 2019

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Limited Warranty period (parts): 3 years
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