Pcworld iconPcworldSep 8, 2026 ~1 min source read

Best external drives 2026: Fast SSDs and roomy hard drives

External USB/Thunderbolt SSDs and/or hard drives (aka direct-attached storage, or DAS) are a super-convenient way to add storage capacity to your system as well as back it up. External drives are also extremely handy for transporting data between locations and devices in what used to be known as sneaker-net.

Best external drives 2026: Fast SSDs and roomy hard drives
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External USB/Thunderbolt SSDs and/or hard drives (aka direct-attached storage, or DAS) are a super-convenient way to add storage capacity to your system as well as back it up.

External drives are also extremely handy for transporting data between locations and devices in what used to be known as sneaker-net.

PROMOTION High Capacity Bus-powered USB-C desktop Get in touch with total storage freedom.

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External USB/Thunderbolt SSDs and/or hard drives (aka direct-attached storage, or DAS) are a super-convenient way to add storage capacity to your system as well as back it up. External drives are also extremely handy for transporting data between locations and devices in what used to be known as sneaker-net. PROMOTION High Capacity Bus-powered USB-C desktop Get in touch with total storage freedom.

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  • High-capacity with bus-powered single-cable USB-C connectivity, Seagate One Touch desktop external hard drive delivers a fuss-free, clutter-free backup experience that lets you work anywhere, anytime.
  • Revolutionize your workflows with game-changing convenience and ease.

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