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Best External Hard Drives for Video Editing
The best external hard drives for video editing: fast SSDs for active projects and roomy HDDs for archives. Compare speed, capacity and protection.
Pick a drive that fits your files, your computer and your budget
We compare portable SSDs and external hard drives from Samsung, SanDisk, Seagate, WD, LaCie and others by capacity, speed, cable and toughness. Start with what you want to store, or with the backup question on your mind.
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Fast SSD DrivesHow to Get a PC to Recognize an External SSD
Here's how to get a PC to recognize an external SSD: check the cable and port first, then Disk Management. Covers drive letters, drivers, and ports.
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External Hard Drive Types Explained
The main types of external hard drives are portable HDDs, desktop HDDs and portable SSDs. Compare each type by size, speed, power and use before you buy.
Big Hard DrivesWD 8TB My Book External Hard Drive Review
WD 8TB My Book external hard drive review: backup software, password protection and desktop speed, plus the trade-offs before you buy one.
Drive MatchupsExternal Hard Drive vs Flash Drive for Backup
External hard drive vs flash drive for backup: compare capacity, speed and safety to pick the right storage for your files.
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Are External SSDs Good for Long-Term Storage?
Are external SSDs good for long term storage? Yes, with care: keep a second copy, power them now and then, and store them cool and dry.
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Best External Hard Drives for Mac Time Machine
The best external hard drive for Mac Time Machine is the Aiolo Innovation 500GB. Compare Mac-ready drives by capacity, speed and durability.
Backup How-TosHow to Back Up an Android Phone to an External Hard Drive
Back up an Android phone to an external hard drive with a USB-C connection or a computer. Check compatibility, copy files, and verify the backup.
Big Hard DrivesBest 4TB External Hard Drives
Compare the best 4TB external hard drives for travel, desktop backups, Mac use and rugged storage. Find the right fit by power, setup and protection.