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You cannot have RAM connected to a PC via a USB Cable. RAM is something that is connected to the PC in the inside of the computer through ports etc. There are several RAM types. If you're looking to improve performance on your PC and have Vista as well as having a flash drive, you can use a special feature which allows the PC to create more virtual memory, which results in faster speed.
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∙ 12y agoJust plug it in.
Since Kernel 2.4 it will be recognized automatically.
Linux will ask you if you want to open it or mount it etc.
Just be sure it is mounted.
Check if you can see it with the command "df -h"
The above command will show all the drives that are mounted.
If you are command line proficient cd to /media
Ls should show the drive.
This isn't the place for a full detailed lesson on Linux.
Get a good book and read it.
A good book on Linux will save you many hours and many ubsurd smart alec answers from those who are so inclined. THERE ARE PLENTY OF THEM. Fortunately they are outnumbered by nice people.
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How is a usb flash drive referenced in Linux?
you can find all the usb attached to linux by lsusbcommand in terminal !
How do you run an operating system solely from a usb flash drive?
Please see the related link below for an example of running ubuntu Linux from a usb flash drive. Linux is installed on the usb drive allowing you to boot directly from it.
How do you install Linux without a CD?
You could use a usb flash drive.
Can you install Linux on the PlayStation 3 using only a USB Flash drive?
no
How do you install Linux on a USB Flash drive?
Various distros have slightly different methods for booting and running from a USB Flash drive. You can find tutorials for many of these distros at the link below.
What is the difference between flash ram and flash rom?
Flash RAM is used for temporary data, such as in a USB drive. Flash ROM is used for bios and system files.
If you don't have a high speed internet connection or CD burner what is another way to get Linux?
Boot it from a usb flash drive
Can you install an operating system on a usb removable drive?
Yes. Many Linux distributions can be easily booted from a USB Flash drive. With some modification, booting Windows XP is also possible.
Who is the creator is the USB flash drive?
the creator of the usb flash drive is Dov Moran
What are some Linux distributions you can run from a USB Flash drive?
Here is a list of some Linux distributions that can be run from a USB Flash drive, and the approximate size drive you will need for each of them.Ubuntu / Kubuntu / Xubuntu - 2 GB or largergOS - 1 GB or largerDamn Small Linux - 64 MB or largerPuppy Linux - 128 MB or largerPendrivelinux - 1 GB or largerKnoppix - 1 GB or largerDreamlinux - 1 GB or larger (2 GB or larger for Persistent).
What is usb flash memory typically known as?
a flash drive or pen drive, or possibly a USB key
Would it be difficult to create a portable DOS or Command-line Linux variant?
It is possible to boot MS-DOS or Linux from a USB Flash drive, but not all computers support doing it.
