A storage drive, be it a solid-state drive (SSD) or a hard disk drive (HDD), is one of the most important components of a PC. They're just as crucial as the CPU or the GPU as they're constantly in use ...

To keep your PC running in peak condition, it's essential to check the vitals of critical components periodically. One of the most important components is your SSD, which typically stores your OS and ...

Unless your drive experiences excessive heat or physical trauma, it'll probably fail gradually. That means, even if your drive isn't making strange noises, you should keep an eye on its health once in ...

Most SSDs have their own software that can be used to monitor and manage SSD health. For example there is Samsung's Magician, and then the the Crucial Storage Executive for Crucial SSDs. These tools ...

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