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Cloud Storage vs. Local Storage: When to Use Either One
Take a deep dive into the pros and cons of cloud and local storage options, and find out which would be best for you!
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What Is SuperSpeed (SS) USB?
Breaking down all the in's and out's of Superspeed USB flash drives - what makes them different, and how to use them most effectively.
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USB 3.0 vs. 3.1: Differences Explained
Learn about the differences between new flash drives: their transfer speeds, history, and what's to come in the future
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External Hard Drive vs. USB Flash Drive: Which One to Pick?
Ever wonder what would work best for short term storage? What about a backup solution for important documents? Well, there are pros and cons to external hard drives and flash drives, we'll explain which is best for a variety of situations.
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5 Flash Drive Format Types to Know
Did you know that a flash drives performance isn't only tied to it's size or the type of memory used? File system types play a big role as well.