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There have been a number of wonderful inventions during the 20th and 21st century. Some of these creations have been both massive and minute. Very few of mankinds modern creations have revolutionized working life so much as the USB flash drive though. Ok now that might seem a bit much for some people but the reality remains the same - USB flash drives have made the working lives of millions of office workers, teachers, students, IT and other professionals massively more simple. If you already one (or a few) USB flash drives then you’ll know just how incredibly useful they are. If you don’t already own at least one USB memory stick then hopefully this article will help convince you of their absolute usefulness in both your working and personal life.

So what’s so great about USB flash drives?

Small
Prior to the creation of USB flash drives all external storage devices for computers were either bulky or awkward (dozens of blank discs for example) or sometimes an annoying combination of being both bulky and awkward. USB flash drives are also called Thumb Drives because they’re about the size of your thumb (although some are much smaller now) and you can easily fit several gigabytes of data in your jeans or shirt pocket thus eliminating the bulky and awkward factor straight away.

Portable
USB flash drives are about the single most portable data backup device possible. They don’t require an external power source of any kind, nor do you need any cables or tools to set them up and last but not least they don’t require any additional software to be installed for them to work on any modern computer (Windows XP, 2000 and Vista and most Macs) so you can quite literally pick them up and use them anywhere you want.

Reliable
Once the data is stored on a USB flash drive you can rest assured that it’s going to stay there and be there when you next need it. This is totally unlike the world of floppy disks or rewriteable CD/DVD discs where they can just stop working for no apparent reason. Flash drives were built to provide consistent and reliable performance. Most of these drives come with built-in write protection to prevent you from overwriting your own important data - if you were silly enough to do so.

Tough
For years people fiddled with boxes of floppy disks and CDs/DVDs. These were bulky, easily lost and easily damaged. External hard drives also provided another method of transporting data between systems but the smallest jolt was and is enough to kill an external hard disk stone dead. USB flash drives are based on what’s called Solid State Memory - this simply means that it’s the same as standard computer memory in that it has no moving parts and is therefore almost impossible to damage (except for jumping up and down on it or maybe hitting it with a hammer for example. Please don’t test either of these theories at home!)

Mass Storage
The first USB thumb drives only offered between 16MB and 64MB of storage space. The incredible popularity of these drives has driven the desire for more and more storage space to new heights every few months. Currently 8GB USB drives are becoming pretty common and it won’t be long before the 12GB and 24GB models hit the market. To put this in perspective 8GB is enough to hold 2 full DVD quality movies or about 2,700 high quality MP3 files - surely this is enough for you? No?

The portability of the USB flash drive combined with reliability and the more than generous storage provided by such a tiny device make them the smart choice for anyone who needs to move files between PCs or simply just keep a second copy of their most precious data on a secure and reliable storage device.

For the greatest deals on the latest releases in flash drive technology visit the Cool Flash Drives Store and take a look around. We can also help you find personalized flash drives as well as customized flash drives. If we don’t have it, leave us a message on our contact form and we will do our best to find it for you.

If you’re not already the proud and happy owner of a USB flash memory drive then it’s about time you got one! These little devices are incredibly useful, portable and very easy-to-use. Whether you need to transfer files between computers or you’re just looking for a small and highly portable backup device these little gadgets are perfect!

These small drives go by several different names including USB sticks, USB drive, USB flash drive, flash stick, thumb drive and jump drive. Most of these names are not very accurate, however, chances are good that if you hear somebody talking about any one of these things, they’re talking about the same type of USB flash memory drive that we’ve all come to know and love - at least if you already own one you’ll feel this way.

How big are they?

The reason they are also called thumb drives is that most of them are about the size of your thumb, if not smaller. As a result, you can fit these in your laptop case, in a pocket, or even put them on a lanyard around your neck - no more lugging around dozens of CDs or DVDs on a business trip or to college for example.

How much data can they store?

This depends on the USB flash drive that you choose. Up until a few months ago, the largest size was a 2GB drive and that seemed massive at the time. However, several brands now also offer a 4GB option now, and 8GB flash drives are just starting to appear on the market. There are also a few very small portable external hard drives that use flash memory as well so these are another potential option for the prospective flash drive owner.

How much do they cost?

Depending on the size of the USB flash drive that you buy and whether or not they are on sale, they can be anywhere from $10 to $120. You can usually find a good deal on 1GB flash drives in most online stores.

USB flash memory is not the best option if you are looking for a long term backup of a large amount files due to the basic size constraints i.e. backing up a 300GB hard drive to a set of USB flash drives would be insanely expensive. However, if you are looking to transfer files from one computer to another or just need a copy of important work or personal data that doesn’t stretch into hundreds of gigabytes then a USB flash drive is readymade for this kind of work.

Another great thing about these drives is that because they’re USB based they work on both Macs and PCs without any problems. Do yourself a massive favor and invest in a USB flash drive today - you’ll never regret your decision.

For the greatest deals on the latest releases in flash drive technology visit the Cool Flash Drives Store and take a look around. We can also help you find personalized flash drives as well as customized flash drives. If we don’t have it, leave us a message on our contact form and we will do our best to find it for you.

Since the introduction and mass availability of USB flash drives, they have steadily killed floppy disk sales. USB flash drives attained their popularity over other methods of storing, transferring and swapping data due to their compact nature, their ability to store large quantities of data and their easy use. It is also due to this that they have been compared to other common computer data storage devices as well.

Essentially the same, USB flash drives are available in a variety of styles and colors and even with various uses but all work the same. Marketed flash drives come in a range of sizes from 8 megabytes to, just recently, 256 megabytes - enough to hold digital pictures, a couple of hours worth of MP3s, or hundreds of documents. All of this comes at affordable prices, especially when looking at the generic USB flash drive brands.

Aside from its initial use, more and more manufacturers have made USB flash drives even more usable and can now be used as MP3 players, voice recorders or even FM tuners. There are even USB flash drives that function as wristwatches and others that may be used as pens.

USB flash drives reviews consider what most people take note of when purchasing their USB flash drives - capacity and function, speed, price, design, extra features, and sturdiness. Nowadays, micro or mini flash drives have been steadily increasing in popularity due to their storage capacity at a small price. Yet it is also primarily because of its size that these micro flash drives can easily slip out of your pocket and therefore, are best used as necklaces hung around the neck.

Considering the price per megabyte, a lot of pen drives offer a fairly cheaper price per megabyte but may offer less features than other larger flash drives. Metal encased flash drives may fetch a heftier price tag than its plastic encased counterparts but are more sturdy. Other flash drives also have pre-added extra functions for MP3 listening or even FM tuning, while others offer useful applications such as e-mail browsing and file synchronization, while there are still others that can offer all these pre-set advantages. Because flash drives are used to connect with a lot of computers, a lot of them now come with password protection for safety.

Keep in mind that the best USB flash drives cannot be solely determined by great reviews but more of how users intend to use it.

For the greatest deals on the latest releases in flash drive technology visit the Cool Flash Drives Store and take a look around. We can also help you find personalized flash drives as well as customized flash drives. If we don’t have it, leave us a message on our contact form and we will do our best to find it for you.

A USB flash drive is a small portable storage device that plugs into the USB port on your computer. A USB drive can hold anywhere from a few Megabytes up to 64 Gigabytes or more.

Because USB flash drives use the USB interface and the USB mass storage standard, they do not need a driver, and are compatible with virtually every modern computer. Nearly all modern computers have support for USB built into the operating system.

USB drives range in price from a few dollars, up to several thousand, depending largely on their storage capacity. USB drives are considered very reliable, and are not subject to damage as easily as CDs or floppy disks.

Flash drives have many uses. The most common use is transporting files between computers. Many people use flash drives to transport files and data from their school or work computers to their home computers. Flash drives are also very useful for backing up or repairing infected computers. Some specialized flash drives can also function as digital media or MP3 players. Usually these USB drives will have a sounds output as well as a simple user interface.

Flash drives may also be used for applications and even operating systems. If your computer has the ability to boot up from your USB port, you can boot up from an operating system installed on your USB flash drive. USB drives can also be used for using applications that do not need to be installed on the host computer. For example, Mozilla Firefox has a version for flash drives. This allows you to use your favorite programs on any computer.

As technology continues to advance, USB flash drives continue to become cheaper, hold more data, and have more features. Even currently, USB drives are pretty universally considered the best form of portable data storage.

For the greatest deals on the latest releases in flash drive technology visit the Cool Flash Drives Store and take a look around. We can also help you find personalized flash drives as well as customized flash drives. If we don’t have it, leave us a message on our contact form and we will do our best to find it for you.

They fit in your pocket, go anywhere, and can carry up to about a week’s worth of music … or video … or just about anything. USB Flash drives, based on solid state technology, are one of computing’s hottest items. They’re also extremely versatile marketing tools. Imagine sending your key clients and hot prospects an audio/video, customized presentation about your company, its services or new products and innovations, contained in a gift that will continue marketing your company as it is used again and again.

Solid State Storage

If you think you’re hearing a lot about Flash memory these days, you probably are. Flash memory is a type of solid-state technology, one of the hot new technological advancements in computing today. A Solid State Drive (SSD), which basically means there are no moving parts, works much faster than traditional hard disc drives (HDD).*

Enter the USB Flash drive

USB Flash drives, Jump drives, Pocket drives, Pen drives, Thumb drives, keychain drives, disk-on-key … whatever the name, they spell speed and mobility.

USB Flash drives are small, lightweight, removable and rewritable, solid-state storage devices integrated with a USB (universal serial bus) interface. Flash drives are a popular type of portable storage for small digital devices, such as digital cameras. You may know Flash memory products as SmartMedia, CompactFlash, Sony’s Memory Stick, PCMCIA memory cards, and memory cards for video game systems. All are a form of Flash memory.

The perfect portable powerhouse.

We know that solid state drives are fast and have no moving parts. But USB Flash drives are also small, lightweight and noiseless. They are compact, easy to use and available in capacities up to 64 gigabytes. Connected to your computer, they work like any other drive - except they weigh about as much as a key, are usually smaller than your index finger, and are rugged and durable so you can stick them in your pocket, on a key chain, or hang them around your neck.

Anywhere and Everywhere

USB ports appear on almost every current mainstream PC and laptop, and some peripherals. Just plug in your Flash drive and go. Many printers now come with a Flash drive included. Pop the card from your camera right in the slot and print vacation photos before you even get home.

Custom Flash Drives Market Branded Products

The lack of moving parts combined with a durable design make USB Flash drives great marketing tools. They’ll hold anything a regular drive will hold: music, video, photos, applications, presentations, etc. - and they’re more than just great tradeshow goodies.

How can you put these zippy little drives to work?

• Pre-load your Flash drive with video, slide shows, music or other promotional content - perhaps a video brochure complete with music and narration.
• Customize drives with your logo, corporate colors and even special shapes for a fun and useful gift. USB Flash drives can be pre-loaded with an auto-run video brochure, or thank you to loyal clients.
• Pre-loaded, custom Flash drives offer tremendous impact, more than flyers or brochures. USB Flash drives can be programmed to present customized messages or auto-load your website.
• Use them for training videos that can be distributed with course materials.
• Your company branded USB Flash drive in the hands of key customers and prospects continues to promote for you every time they use the Flash drive to backup data or transfer some files - real value that they will use again and again.

This is just the tip of the iceberg. Companies, from small businesses to large industries, seeking a way to stand out from the crowd, are finding new and creative ways to communicate their unique message using Flash drives. Think about your own company’s marketing. How would you use a USB Flash drive to tell your company’s story? Photos, video, music, maybe all three? Say thanks, present a new product or innovation? How would your key clients like to get an audio/video thank you card on a reusable Flash drive?

For the greatest deals on the latest releases in flash drive technology visit the Cool Flash Drives Store and take a look around. We can also help you find personalized flash drives as well as customized flash drives. If we don’t have it, leave us a message on our contact form and we will do our best to find it for you.