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Discussions tagged with drive limitations on WindowsForum.com focus on practical constraints when using USB sticks versus external SSDs for Windows tasks. Topics include cloning a Windows 10 image to a USB stick with BitLocker encryption, partitioning the drive, and whether USB sticks behave identically to external hard drives. Users report that USB sticks may have limitations such as slower speeds, lack of TRIM support, and different file deletion behavior (no Recycle Bin). The tag covers real-world experiences and technical comparisons to help users decide between USB sticks and external SSDs for system cloning and storage.
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    Cloning and Bitlocker on USB Stick vs External SSD.

    Dear community, I am hoping to get answers from users who have done this with success. Because of the smaller form factor, I prefer to get a USB-C "1TB USB Stick" than a "Small sized External SSD". The fact deletion of files from USB stick don't go to recycle bin, does not bother me! Question...
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    • backup bitlocker cloning data security drive limitations encryption external ssd feedback file management partition performance storage tech discussion tech support usb usb-c user experience windows 10
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    • Forum: Windows Hardware
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