USB FLOPPY DRIVE BY HP

HP has released its USB Floppy Drive Key that offers a 2-in-1 USB media solution that boasts the ability to read the USB flash drive as a standard storage device or a floppy device. All you need to do is connect the USB flash drive to a computer, copy files required onto the USB floppy section and transfer the flash drive over to the selected computer and boot up. Kiss goodbye to dedicated USB floppy disk drives since floppies are all but extinct for many years already. You can pick up the 256MB and 1GB models for $49 and $79, respectively. The device functions as both a USB 2.0 Hi-Speed flash storage device and a USB floppy.  Lightweight and compact, the USB Floppy Drive Key is ideal for users who need both a portable mass storage device provided by a standard USB Drive Key and a USB floppy drive.

Dimensions (LxWxH)	With cap	77.5mm x 10mm x 20.1mm
	Without cap	71.4mm x 10mm x 20.1mm
Total Storage Capacity	1 GB and 256 MB
Interface	USB 2.0 Hi-Speed
Weight	.03lbs (.013 kg)
Operating System Support	Microsoft® Windows® Server 2000
	Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003
	Red Hat Enterprise Linux
	SUSE Linux Enterprise Server

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What is flash memory

Flash memory is something known as "non-volatile computer memory". Non-volatile is a fancy term that means the memory device will still hold the memory whether or not the device is powered.

Your hard drive is probably the best example of non-volatile computer memory, because you (hopefully) retain all of your files even if your computer is turned off.

If you use any kind of digital components that are compatible with your PC, then you probably own flash memory. Digital cameras, camcorders, video games, and even GPS units all use flash memory to capture and store information that can later be downloaded to your PC.

Though flash memory may take several different forms, like memory cards, memory sticks or jump drives, the basic operating principles are the same.

Flash memory is special in that it can transfer files and information between computers by simply inserting and removing the memory device. If you take the memory stick or memory card out of your new Nikon digital camera and you want to transfer your pictures to your computer to print the photos, you can do that safely and without worry. Just make sure that the memory stick is compatible with both your new Nikon camera and your computer.

Another great thing about flash memory is the cost. This type of memory actually costs very little and is very versatile. Part of the reason that it is so cost-effective is that it can be erased and used over and over again, unlike some other computer accessories like CDs or DVDs.

Using flash memory allows you to transfer a load of photos to your computer for printing or editing, delete the flash memory device, and do the same thing all over again as many times as you like.

A flash memory source is a great way to back up your digital photographs while you are editing them. If you make a mistake in cropping or editing a picture that you can't undo, or even if you accidentally delete the photo, you can rest easy knowing that you have a copy of the original picture saved on the flash memory card that goes in your camera.