| Even though most of our lives are stored on | | | | 2) Flash drives can hold 32Mb to 4Gb of data find |
| computers, many people still neglect to have a | | | | a drive or drives that suit both your current and |
| back up for their files. In the past backing up files | | | | future needs, as your requirements for more |
| was time consuming and required individual to use | | | | capacity may grow. In terms of budget, as a |
| numerous floppy disks and/or CDs. Today the | | | | general rule price increases with capacity. |
| flash drive is making backing up and transferring | | | | 3) Make sure that the drive is compatible with |
| files quick and efficient. | | | | your PC and that it comes with software and/or |
| A flash drive is a small, portable data storage | | | | it is easily downloaded from the web. |
| device that plugs into the USB port of a | | | | 4) Ensure that the drive has write protect to |
| computer. Flash drives are popular because they | | | | avoid accidental erasure and if privacy is a |
| can hold a considerable amount of data and are | | | | concern, make sure that the drive can be |
| fast, reliable, and portable. | | | | password protected. |
| Before you go out and purchase a flash drive | | | | As an educator I have found that having a flash |
| here are a few things you should consider: | | | | drive saves me time and in the long run saves |
| 1) Choose one that suits your style and will stand | | | | money. To order a flash drive visit your local |
| up to daily wear and tear. | | | | computer or office supply store. |