Flash Drive

Flash drive is an external storage device that can be connected to the computer via an USB port. Capacity of such a storage device can vary from 16 MB to 64 GB and has been constantly increasing. The key factor behind their popularity is the portability that they offer. This compact device looks a little larger than glue-stick and is extremely easy to use. A flash drive is generally attached to the rear of the CPU (in a USB slot provided) or on the side of a laptop.

As soon as a flash drive is plugged into a computer or a laptop, there is a pop-up on the screen, mentioning the detection of a new drive. Flash drives serve as good options when it comes to transferring files from one machine to the other. It also comes handy when one wishes to print certain documents at a location remote from the computer storing the original data. Flash drives are often preferred over CDs or floppies, because they are sturdier. It is also easy to erase data from a flash drive and store the next. There are different types of packaging for a USB flash drive. While some flash drives have key chain loops, others have curvy designs that make them look stylish and attractive. The USB flash drive is also known as pen drive, keychain drive, key drive, USB key, USB stick and memory key.