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The latest in portable storage lets you carry 500GB in your pocket.

There's no shortage of options for backing up or transporting data. We look at the different types of storage, and discuss the advantages of each.

Please note: this report does not contain test results or brand-specific recommendations.

Highlights of this report


DVDs and CDs


Sizes and formats explained. Read more

USB flash drives


What to look for when choosing a USB flash drive. Read more

External hard drives


Options for large data backups. Read more

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