how long do USB flash drives last. do they ever wear out. I have one I used for school last year will it last like another 4 years it I take good care of it.
2007-08-14 03:47:42 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
Yes, no and maybe.
in theory there is nothing to break, but they are electronic devices and can fail. So DO NOT rely on it as the only copy of files. Backup, backup and backup again.
2007-08-14 03:55:59 · answer #1 · answered by stu_the_kilted_scot 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no set 'lifespan' for such a device. Since there are no moving parts, there is little wear. So, Yes, if you keep good care of it, it should last quite a while. There is no reason to believe that itw on't last your 4 years.
2007-08-14 10:55:17 · answer #2 · answered by Marvinator 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
of course it depends what usb you use. but from my experience my usb lasted 3 years and still is working. the only thing that wont last is the updated versions of usb features and the size
2007-08-14 10:58:19 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it should, I've used the same one since high school, which was a really long time ago, it was when 120 MB costed like $70
2007-08-14 10:56:06 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It should last a long time. I have had the same one for 4 years. Its a Lexur from Wal-Mart.
2007-08-14 10:55:44 · answer #5 · answered by thebirddr 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are no moving parts, so there is nothing to "wear out".
Assuming it doesn't break/get lost, then the most likely problem you will encounter will be needing more space as programs and files continue to get bigger.
2007-08-14 10:56:16 · answer #6 · answered by Citicop 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
built well, should last 10 years, but you will probably lose it first.
get a cord, maybe hang it on the wall.
MIKE
2007-08-14 10:59:30 · answer #7 · answered by mike 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋