A solid state drive (SSD), is a flash-based memory unit that is a faster and more reliable port for data storage than a traditional mechanical hard disk drive (HDD). For businesses with proprietary information to protect, SSDs offer a high level of security that cannot be overstated. Aside from optional hardware encryption, SSDs have absolutely no mechanical parts—which makes them much easier to handle and more difficult to damage than other data storage options. For that reason, SSDs are generally the preferred method of storage for data that needs to be physically transported from one location to another.
Another perk about SSDs is that they do not require any sort of brand matching in order to work properly and effectively. That means that businesses have the freedom to purchase the drive that provides the most value for them without having to worry about compatibility. SSDs further enhance that value through other perks and features such as their speed, physical durability, and the portability of the unit. In most cases...
