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A "jump drive" is a common term for a small, portable USB flash drive used to store and transfer data between computers. Also known as a thumb drive, pen drive, or USB drive, it uses flash memory and plugs into a computer's USB port, allowing files to be "jumped" from one system to another.

Description and function

Portable storage: Jump drives are small enough to carry on a keychain and can store a large amount of data, from megabytes to gigabytes.

File transfer: They are used to easily move files between different computers without needing an internet connection.

Plug-and-play: When plugged into a USB port, most computers automatically recognize a jump drive as a removable storage device.

Self-powered: They do not require external power or batteries.

Durable: Data on flash drives is protected from scratches, dust, and magnetic fields, making them reliable for transporting information.