Can i use a 64GB usb as a external hard drive?

[Slam]

I was wondering if it was possible to use a 64GB USB Flash drive as an external hard drive so i can increase the capacity. Also if this is possible will i be able to install operating systems on it?

Thank you
SlAm

 

[Gareth]

I don't know what you mean about increasing the capacity? But on most modern computers, you'll be able to boot off the flash drive, so having it as your operating system drive is possible. But because of the slow speed of USB 2.0, it will actually slow the computer down than speed it up.

 

[mac550]

increase the capacity as in total capacity, yes when the drive is connected. Gareth is right you can install an OS onto a flash drive and it will work (as long as you set your BIOS to boot from it) but again like Gareth said, your computer will be super slow and there is no point unless you need to for back-up reasons and the like.

 

[Slam]

thanks appreciate the help