My computer doesnt read flash drives

My computer wont read anything inserted to the usb ports, weather it be a printer cord or flashdrive.  I dont know how to fix, or what to do.

Hello billybreen23. Before I can thoroughly assist you, I need you to give me your computer model and operating system? If you need help finding the model, refer to this document: http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?cc=us&lc=en&docname=c00033108
In the meantime, please refer to this thread: http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/68130-63-doesn-computer-detect-flash-drive
You will find troubleshooting steps you can try on your own, in an attempt to resolve the issue. If these steps do not resolve the issue, please let me know. Also, if you provide the information I desire, that I stated at the top of this post, I will be able to assist you greater. I'm only here to help!
Mario
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