I switch between computers a lot, so I use a persistent Linux USB that keeps my workspace consistent anywhere.

With a simple USB drive and Tails, you can turn any PC into a secure, Tor-encrypted workstation in seconds.

Every Windows PC usually starts from the built-in hard drive, as the term “Windows PC” implies. This is because the Microsoft operating system is not anchored in or with the hardware, but is installed ...

Starting your Surface from a USB drive can be useful if you want to change firmware settings or Windows startup settings or if your Surface device does not turn on, start, boot, or wake from sleep.