external hard drive
Detachable data vault
An external hard drive is a data storage device that connects to a computer from outside its case, typically via USB.
Unlike internal drives, external hard drives are portable and can be moved between computers: I keep all my photos backed up on an external hard drive.
They're used for backup, extra storage, or transferring large files.
- portableAble to be carried
- storageSpace for keeping goods
- mass storageLarge-scale data preservation hardware
- USBDevice connection standard
- plug and playAutomatic device recognition
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- USBUSB port, USB cable, USB hub, USB connector, USB plug
storage technology type
external hard drivecloud storage
Online data preservation service
cloud drive · online backup · NAS · Google Drive · Dropbox
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