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Originally Posted by RWebb
< $100 - prices increase with n! ofr big flash drives
solid state would need to interface via USB - am not finding much
also, in storage solid state means SSD to me = spendy & fast
I don't need real speed; USB 2.0 is fine
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Flash drives, SSD, same basic tech. Both use NAND based memory.
Thumbdrives are limited in capacity by the amount of data you can fit on a single chip to retain the small form factor.
SSD's with their larger form factor obviously can hold more chips resulting in increased storage capacity.
Since form somewhat dictates function, an SSD while not large makes a poor thumbdrive, the primary differences between the two will be in the integrated controller and power management.
So if you can find an SSD that fits your budget and can go in an external USB HD case (and likely supply power) you are good.
I think your <$100 price point is the killer.