USB flash drives allow for fast, stable storage of data that is easy to transfer between devices. They can hold large amounts of data at low prices, and work across different operating systems without additional software. However, USB drives can be easily lost, have security risks if not password protected, and may stop working after a few years. Their widespread adoption changed how people store and share data, making distribution and collaboration more convenient.
USB flash drives allow for fast, stable storage of data that is easy to transfer between devices. They can hold large amounts of data at low prices, and work across different operating systems without additional software. However, USB drives can be easily lost, have security risks if not password protected, and may stop working after a few years. Their widespread adoption changed how people store and share data, making distribution and collaboration more convenient.
USB flash drives allow for fast, stable storage of data that is easy to transfer between devices. They can hold large amounts of data at low prices, and work across different operating systems without additional software. However, USB drives can be easily lost, have security risks if not password protected, and may stop working after a few years. Their widespread adoption changed how people store and share data, making distribution and collaboration more convenient.
Universal Serial Bus (USB) is an industry standard
developed in the mid-1990s that denes the cables, connectors and communications protocols used in a bus for connection, communication, and power supply between computers and electronic devices Pros 2. Stability 1. Fast Storage People can store their data or drag their le into a USB in few seconds. The data stored in the USB drive would not be damaged as long as the USB is not damaged. 3. Mobility USB drive is easy to carry and is small, compact and lightweight. 4. Affordability It can contain a lot data with relative low price. (1GB for only $5.99) 5. Adaptability The USB drive can run on all commonly used OS, and it does not need a separate program to be installed, nor is there any need to reboot the computer after it is plugged in. Cons 2. Security 1. Easy to lost USB is easy to lost because of its small size. 3. Longevity A normal USB drive will fail in 3 to 5 years. 4. Require Computer Access 5. Take up usb port space on computers Private Information could be leaked if it is not password-protected. Computer is the gate to access the USBs data. Especially for laptop with 2 USB ports Impact & Implication - Change the way of storing data - Data could be distributed broader and faster - Sharing become easier between people and companies - USB drive is emerging as extremely useful promotional tools. Companies and businesses would put corporate logos / slogan on USB drives.