Help, Computer people!

[theoriginalspy]

I need a new flash drive.  I got the one I had two years ago and it's starting to give me issues -- because I lost the flipping cap (I'm suspecting dust and other such issues).

What brand do I get?  I want one that's pretty reliable. 

Comments

[digeediva.livejournal.com]

Hi Spy!

I use the SanDisk Cruzer Micro 4GB. This one has a retractable USB port so you don't have to worry about losing the cap. I've seen this sucker as little as $25US on Amazon.com. And yes, It's reliable. I've had mine for several years. Hubby also has the same one that he uses at work as well. No problems so far.

[1frabjousmama.livejournal.com]

NO on the Cruzer (sorry)--I've had mine for almost a year and the retractable part no longer stays out reliably, which means when I try to plug it in, it slips back and won't stay hooked in the USB port reliably... which makes it hard to get data off/on (it spontaneously disconnects in the middle of data transfers). I've now got another kind that I like... I'll look at it tomorrow at school and see what it is.

[ozreison.livejournal.com]

I have a Lexar that is a "sport" model, with a rubber case that goes on the outside... no moving parts, heavy duty, has survived tons of banging around. Hubby and I have identical models, bought when 1Gb thumb drives were "new". I can get you exact specs this evening when I am at home if you would like.

[theoriginalspy.livejournal.com]

I'd appreciate the specs!