With the constant development of new technological advances, it becomes more difficult to know which device is best to use. One device that has stuck around despite changes, however, is the USB. Sure, the cloud and file sharing programs are at the top of the game right now, and it’s probably your go-to storage, but many still remain true to the USB. But, what makes these small devices still relevant?
There are many reasons for the remaining existence of the USB. One major aspect that makes USB the best is that it doesn’t need the Internet. How many times have you found yourself running around like a chicken without it’s head because your presentation was saved in your cloud storage and the Internet is keeps going down or is too slow? USB flash drives eliminate this issue entirely. Storing your files is as easy as dragging and dropping without having to wait for it to download while your Internet is being slow. Downloading it to your computer is just as simple, too.
Because these flash drives don’t require the Internet, they are less likely to be hacked unless they are plugged in or lost. However, these devices are so compact and portable that they can be taken anywhere. USBs can also be very inexpensive compared to some cloud services. Of course, many of them offer a large amount of free online storage but expanding them can be costly. With the flash drive, you are able to purchase one with up to 128 GB worth of file storage for a significantly less amount of money.
Overall, it’s very clear to see why USB flash drives are still relevant today. There are many benefits that come with it: from storage security to quick and portable access. One thing it fails to offer is the ability to instantly share files with others. But, that is where the cloud succeeds. Â
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