A 1.5-inch long portable storage device that is no larger than a paper clip and can store up to 8GB of digital files. Weighing less than one ounce and measuring a half-inch wide. The tiny
USB mobile storage device comes in versions that can hold 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB of data.
Analysts say that as the prices of
USB flash drives drop, the easy-to-use portable storage devices are gaining popularity among midsize and large organizations as options for storing, transporting and sharing digital files. However, they also note that the devices can represent a significant security risk if they are lost, stolen or are handled carelessly by employees.
It supports Windows Vista and is also compatible with Windows Vista ReadyBoost technology. ReadyBoost enables a USB flash drive to serve as an additional memory cache when used with Windows Vista.