Long before the days of flash drives and external SSDs, floppy disks were the primary way for users to store external media. Floppy disks became popular in 1971 when IBM released the IBM100.
Initially, floppy disks were quite large, with the first models having a size of 8 inches. The storage capacity was also quite abysmal by modern standards, with 80 kilobytes being the total capacity of the…
If you notice that your computer or laptop is slowing down when you are working on digital art or playing a high graphics game, you should look to upgrade the RAM of your machine to enhance the performance.
RAM is a device’s second engine. Higher the RAM, the higher its performance. This is extremely important for users who want to play games with high graphics or execute high-end tasks like…
SSDs and HDDs aren’t the only storage options. The type of flash storage included in low-cost laptops and tablets is known as “eMMC.” It’s slower and less costly than a standard SSD seen in higher-end systems.
SD cards and eMMC storage have a lot in common. It’s all flash memory, yet eMMC storage can’t compete with an SSD, just as an SD card can’t compete…
This post will contrast the three most common computer storage options, namely SSD, HDD, and SSHD, side by side. By the conclusion of this article, you’ll know which one best meets your needs and fits your budget. Let’s get started without further ado.
Hard Disk Drive – HDD
The HDD has been around for a long time. IBM was the first to deploy it in 1956. It features a mechanical arm…
On Windows-based systems, MBR and GPT are two prevalent partitioning methods. They are specifications for the configuration of storage devices such as hard disc drives (HDDs) and solid-state drives (SSDs).
The partition style determines how Windows accesses the data on the present drive and is selected during the disk’s setup. As a result, each disc must have its own partition style. It…
During the last couple of years, storage technology has advanced dramatically, and SSD technology has been at the center of things of these developments.
The latest phones, tablets, and PCs demand higher-capacity flash storage. At the same time, data centers keep more data as more people resort to cloud backup services.
There is a lot to talk about when it comes to solid-state drives and storage…
Solid-State Drives (SSDs) are perfectly positioned to supersede conventional Hard Disk Drives (HDDs) as the primary storage device in PCs and laptops.
The rapid surge in storage space has resulted in a plethora of new terminologies like NAND vs. NVMe, V-NAND or 3D NAND that can be confusing to potential customers, leading them to settle for things they hear are excellent or that were good at one…
The growing need for data storage capacity and speed in industrial and commercial applications has resulted in an ever-increasing range of storage alternatives.
Keeping up with technological developments and deciding what works best in particular applications is a never-ending effort for engineers and OEMs. NAND vs NVMe is a topic that comes up frequently—what are these two technologies, and how…
You have probably encountered exFAT, NTFS, and FAT32 file system options and wondered which file system should you choose when trying to format your USB drive or any other storage device.
They are all distinct kinds of file systems with various purposes. This article compares the three, examining their advantages and risks, compatibility, and application in depth.
So, what is the real difference…
Most PC and laptop users want an organized setup with their files, folders, and software placed in a specified space. That is where a hard drive partition is functional. You can make several partitions on your hard drive and build an organized setup.
What Is a Partition?
Before moving on to when and how to partition a hard drive, let’s figure out ‘partition’, a critical term, we will use…
Whenever you are in the process of formatting your newly-bought USB flash drive, you will come across something called a file system.
Since your primary concern for getting a USB is to transfer files, images, and videos, etc., you probably won’t think twice about which file system to select. However, choosing the right file system can have a major impact on your overall experience of the USB…
Whenever you think of buying a laptop/PC, one of the first things that comes to mind is storage. Making the right call will not only be beneficial in the long run but may also help you save some money on upgrades later.
Our guide below will get you up to speed with everything that you should be aware of before you purchase a hard drive for your computer.
How Much Storage Do You Need On Your…