PORTABLE SSDs
FIVE THINGS TO LOOK FOR…
1 Conventional hard disk drives use sensitive moving parts, but SSDs don’t, making them much less vulnerable.
2 Some drives are pre-configured for either Windows or macOS. This can usually be changed with the right software.
3 Don’t expect an SSD to transfer a large batch of image files as fast as it’ll shift a single video file of the same size.
4 All portable SSDs are powered by their USB connection, so don’t require a separate power brick.
5 Manufacturers will often bundle extras like backup software, data encryption or even cloud storage.
If all of your photos are fast filling your computer’s storage space – or you just need to keep your digital portfolio portable – it might be time to invest in a portable SSD. A conventional portable hard disk drive still offers the most
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