External hard disks in 2025 go beyond storage, providing secure, portable solutions for your work, memories, and media with fast access whenever you need it.

Modern external computer data storage technologies (DAS, or Direct Attached Storage) run the gamut from USB hard drives, to optical discs (yes, still), to USB thumb drives, to the latest, greatest ...

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Like any other drive enclosure, I can turn an HDD or SSD into an external USB drive if I want, potentially leaving one in there on a semi-permanent basis as additional storage for my computer.

Optimize your computer storage: declutter files, leverage cloud storage, uninstall unused apps and invest in external drives for efficiency and longevity.

The Crucial X10 Pro is the best external solid-state storage device on the market. With its ultra-portable build and industry-leading read speeds, it's no wonder why.

Shopping for a new external hard drive might seem straightforward enough, but there are still some important factors to take into account before you commit.

SanDisk Desk Drive 8 TB external SSD review Not the most portable drive but great for system backups, giant game libraries, and media storage.

My external drive serves as a data backup, Plex storage, portable game collection, and much more. I feel like I make full use of its 2TB capacity, saving my PC storage in the process.