Here's some GENERIC numbers. These are gleaned from the LOWEST numbers I know of from a few FLASH components.
-> Erase cycles >= 100,000
-> Device life in storage > 10 years.
-> Data retention with no power > 10 years baring erasure due to radiation or "other" effects.
Hope this helps.
Bob
I WANT TO USE USB JUMP DRIVE TO STORE PICTURES AND RECORDS, IN A SAFETY DEPOSIT BOX. SO BEFORE I START I WANT TO KNOW HOW STABLE THE DATA IS.
HOW LONG WILL A JUMP DRIVE HOLD IT'S DATA?
HOW MANY TIMES CAN JUMP DRIVE BE OVER WRITTEN?

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