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    flash drives

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by tjsker, Aug 15, 2006.

  1. tjsker

    tjsker Notebook Enthusiast

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    I need to get my son a flash drive for high school and I have a couple of questions:

    Is a flash drive with a password protect really needed or is it overkill?

    I can get a SanDisk Micro 1GB flash drive for $30, but I notice it retracts but leaves the plug-end open. Could this opening get fouled or dirty making the drive useless? Is a flash drive with a cap better?
     
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    chris2pher71 Notebook Evangelist

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    password protect only if you are going to store secure files on it. and Open plug end does have a significantly increased chance of destruction, but if you're careful, or if the capped one is the same price, get a cap.

    Or, get a USB extenstion cord and cut off the extension part. That DIY cap.
     
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    chris2pher71 Notebook Evangelist

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    In San Diego, I see 1 gb drives going for 15 bucks regularly.
     
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    tjsker Notebook Enthusiast

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    I can get one for $19 but I have to deal with that rebate stuff.
     
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    oh, And I'm pretty sure you can password protect individual files (like word docs). 19 bucks is a decent deal. I'd go with the rebates cuz all you have to do is send in the forms. 8)
     
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