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    The Function of a Memory Card Reader?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by LBThorn, Jun 29, 2007.

  1. LBThorn

    LBThorn Notebook Consultant

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    What is the purpose of a memory card reader? I am looking for a laptop and they give me two options: Internal 4-in-1 Card Reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO) or 45-in-1 USB 2.0 Card Reader/Writer. The second choice costs fifty bucks more so I'm guessing its a better memory card reader, but is it worth it?
     
    LBThorn, Jun 29, 2007
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  2. coriolis

    coriolis Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    From the details, the former is built in, the latter is external. So you're just paying $50 for an external USB card reader, if I interpretated it correctly.
     
    coriolis, Jun 29, 2007
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