The USB port, what is it for?

Hi all, simple question this one:
on the Apple TV what can the usb port be used for?
can I plug in a usb flash drive and transfer movie files, mp3's etc?
thanks, Robert

That port is intended for internal Apple usage and cannot be used by regular users without hacking the Apple TV.
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