10 Shocking SSD Facts You Haven't Heard Of

SSD Visionary

SSD pioneer, Fujio Masuoka, also fathered flash memory

Speed of Light

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Astronauts' Choice

SSDs can endure extreme temperatures, crucial for space missions

Data Lifeguard

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Shrinking Giants

3D NAND tech allows multi-terabyte SSDs in a stamp-sized chip

Whisper-Thin Wonders

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Power Cut Protector

Some SSDs auto-save during outages, preventing data loss.

Acceleration Artist

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Eco-Friendly Powerhouse

Lower energy consumption means SSDs have a smaller carbon footprint

Magnetic Immunity

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