These days most of our information is stored digitally in one way or another. A USB stick is one of the most convenient ways of storing and transporting data.USB drives are small, robust, portable storage devices with no moving parts and can easily connect to a PC or laptop and many other devices such as game consoles including PlayStation 4, and Xbox via a built-in USB Type-A plug and TVs.The reliable, removable, and rewritable storage devices can be known as a pen drive, jump drive, memory stick, flash drive or thumb drive.The memory stick consists of a small, printed circuit board carrying the circuit elements and USB connector, electrically insulated and protected inside a plastic, rubber or metal case and it's easily carried inside your pocket or on a keychain.
What is the difference between a USB 2.0 and a 3.0 USB stick?
The biggest difference between these devices is the price and speed. Price will vary depending on storage capacity, brand, and other factors.
USB 3.1 and 3.2 ports-The latest technology and fastest flash drive/ USB sticks, with the write-and-read speed of up to 1250 MB/sec and 2500 MB/sec, respectively.
USB 3.0 flash drivesUSB 3.0 flash drive is much faster than USB 2.0.3.0 flash drive has the capacity to handle and transfer data at the speed of 625 MB/sec.
USB 2.0 flash drive
A transfer rate of the USB 2.0 interface can only reach up to 60 MB/sec.
What is an encrypted USB stick?
USB flash drive encryption is a straightforward way to ensure your private data remains protected. Encryption restricts access to your flash drive/USB either by software or hardware installed on the drive that requires a key to unlock.
Features and benefits of USB sticks?
Hold music, photos, files, and many other media sources.Available in a range of capacities for all your storage needs, starting from 2GB to 512GB.