Computers use two main types of storage: hard disk drives and solid-state drives. Both store your files, applications and operating system, but they work differently. These differences significantly ...

Solid state drives (SSDs) are more reliable than hard disk drives (HDDs) – at least for certain use cases, according to cloud-storage firm Backblaze. But that might not actually make much of a ...

Network-attached storage (NAS) can interface with hard disk drives (HDDs) and solid-state drives (SSDs). These two technologies differ in operating and storing data. Older mechanical HDDs use motors ...

When it comes to home lab devices, every tinkerer has their preferences. Many DIY lovers use energy-efficient mini-PCs as their server nodes, while others (including yours truly) drool over old ...

A recent technical analysis conducted by storage provider Scality contrasts the power density of hard disk drives (HDDs) and solid-state drives (SSDs) under various scenarios. Contrary to prevailing ...

Operationally, solid state drives (SSD) use less power. But research finds the manufacturing process is tilted in favor of hard disk drives (HDD). Here’s a wrinkle in corporate environmental efforts.

SSDs offer noticeable speed advantages when booting, loading programs, and games. However, anyone storing or archiving large amounts of data will quickly hit their capacity and budget limits. Very ...

Backup and cloud storage company Backblaze has published data comparing the long-term reliability of solid-state storage drives and traditional spinning hard drives in its data center. Based on data ...

In this post, we are going to show you how to move Program files from an SSD drive to an HDD drive. SSDs (Solid State Drives) are faster, durable, smaller, and consume less drive. On the other hand, ...