Sometimes there is a problem with FAT32, sometimes with NTFS. Each format has its advantages, disadvantages, and limitations. We explain which file system is best for which application scenario.

Knowing how to format a storage drive is a crucial bit of knowledge for any computer user. It's a common misconception that formatting is only for wiping a drive that's full of files you no longer ...

Despite the popularity of AirDrop, cloud services and email, the most convenient way to share files is sometimes with a thumb drive. See how to format a drive to work with Windows PCs and Macs.

I recently got a Sandisk Cruzer 2 GB USB drive... Since I use it mainly to move files between my home/work Macs, I'm planning to nuke the U3 software and reformat the drive as a single partition. The ...