# USB Devices
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With certain exceptions, USB redirection is required for the WorkSpaces Applications client to support USB devices. When USB redirection is required for a device, you must share the device with WorkSpaces Applications every time you start a new streaming session. 

**Topics**
+ [How to Use a Smart Card During a Streaming Session](client-application-windows-how-to-use-smart-card-during-streaming-session-user.md)
+ [How to Share a USB Device with WorkSpaces Applications](client-application-windows-how-to-share-usb-device-user.md)