What Is a Jump Drive Used For?
Jump drives, or flash drives, are portable storage devices that make moving files between computers a cinch. Jump drives are about the size of your thumb and can store several gigabytes of information. They plug directly into a computer's USB drive and can be used for a variety of applications.
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Backups
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Store important files on a jump drive and keep it in a safe place. It's self-insurance in the event you accidentally delete a file or lose your laptop, or your hard drive fails.
Travel
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Scan images of your passport, medical information and other travel documents on a jump drive when you travel. Because of their small size, jump drives don't add any bulk to your luggage. If you lose your vital documents, a visit to the nearest Internet cafe or library will allow you to print copies of your documentation.
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Operating Systems
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Jump drives allow you to transfer files from one operating system to another (i.e., Windows to Mac) with little hassle.
Music
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You can store music playlists on your jump drive so you can play your music on another computer without using up valuable hard-drive space.
Gaming Systems
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Jump drives allow you to transfer photos, music, videos or other media from your computer to your hand-held game console.
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