A flash drive, also known as a USB flash drive, thumb drive, memory stick, or pen drive, is a small, portable data storage device that includes flash memory with an integrated USB interface. It is typically removable, rewritable, and much smaller than an optical disc. Most weigh less than 30 grams and can have storage capacities ranging from 8 gigabytes to 2 terabytes. Flash drives are commonly used for data storage, supplementary backups, and transferring files between computers. They are also used as a backup medium for small-business turnkey solutions and are a convenient way to bring files to different computers. Flash drives are non-volatile, meaning they do not require power to preserve data, and they use electric circuits to write data onto metal-oxide semiconductors or microchips. They are often used in conjunction with other types of memory like SSD storage
. Flash drives are a popular and cost-effective way to store and transfer data, making them a versatile tool for personal and professional use.
