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Simply deleting files won’t erase an external drive permanently

On an external drive, the delete key is more of a suggestion than a final verdict. Files that appear to vanish from a USB ...

Should you run Linux straight from a USB? I tried it, and here's my expert advice

ZDNET's key takeaways Running Linux from a USB drive is possible.You can boot just about any distribution you want from ...

5 Essential Free Apps You Should Always Keep On A USB Stick

While USB sticks can carry everything from media to files and more, here are some essential free apps that you should ...

The CZUR ET24 Pro isn’t a perfect book scanner, but those who need one don’t have many choices

The CZUR ET24 Pro can scan any documents up to A3 size (16.5” x 11.7”), making it suitable for the majority of book scanning ...
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Charging Your Phone on a Public USB Could Expose It to Juice Jacking. Is It Really a Threat?

USB cables have a split personality. They deliver power, and some carry data on a separate set of pins. The data pins create the risk. When you plug in to a public USB port, you’re connecting your ...