USB Thumb Drives

USB Thumb Drives

USB Thumb Drives:

A USB flash drive is a data storage device that includes flash memory with an integrated USB interface. It is typically removable, rewritable and much smaller than external hard drives. USB flash drives come in multiple sizes such as 32GB/64GB/124GB, with a minimum recommended size of  8GB.

IT Recommendations:

First, review your laptops available ports to ensure compatibility when purchasing a product. We also recommend storage sizes above the 32GB mark. With larger storage drives you are able to continue to use the same device for multiple purposes at a moderate price point. 

Suggested Models:

• SanDisk 32GB Ultra USB 3.0 Flash Drive: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B081QSHG13/ref=twister_B0CD371KWG?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 

• SanDisk 128GB Ultra USB 3.0 Flash Drive: https://www.amazon.com/SanDisk-3-Pack-Ultra-Flash-3x32GB/dp/B081QSJNRJ/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2EU4MNYESUMNT&keywords=flash%2Bdrive&qid=1696445174&s=electronics&sprefix=flash%2Bdrive%2Celectronics%2C133&sr=1-4&th=1 

Pros:

• Lightweight and pocket-sized portable data storage 

• Affordability - The market for USB thumb drives is relatively inexpensive

• Multiple users can access the data and information

• Ease of use 

Cons:

• Vulnerable to being lost, stolen, or damaged

• Individual use only

• Security risks: lost devices put sensitive information at risk, if a device is compromised, once plugged in, malware can then infect another computer

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