When referring to computer storage, “hard drive” (or solid-state drive, see below) is typically used. Recommended Videos Every hard drive has a specific amount of space.

Your computer constantly uses empty hard drive space for temporary memory, so it’s not just about having enough space to save your data. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.

When selecting an external hard drive, consider these key factors. Storage capacity: Drives range from 128GB to a massive 24TB. For most users, 1TB or 2TB drives are popular choices ...

Once you have the drive out, you’ll need a dock to connect a bare drive to your computer via USB. You can buy a dock online for around $25. The dock will power the drive and you’ll know pretty ...