HiIn terms of write amplification it will be worse using NTFS compression if you use the extra space saved for more data. This is because the drive already compresses data before it is written but keeps it for itself. Some simple examples for a 240...
HiYes it will, but like most things it isn't clear cut.The newer Intel SSDs (520/330) compress data themselves but they do not give any increase space for the user to use, instead the drive can use the extra space for wear levelling. It also means l...
HiPlease note that if not using RAID, you do not need, and should actively avoid the Intel RST drivers. There is zero performance difference between using the Windows built in ACHI drivers or the Intel ones. I've had several issues over the years usi...
HiYes data is always encrypted as 128bit AES and it will be now, however it is only secure if you supply a complicated enough password first. Without a password the data is always decrypted for anyone so your data isn't secure.It's a bit like a lock...
HiAre you wanting/needing to use RAID? If not, the Intel drivers provide you with nothing really, and are often more buggy than the default Windows drivers.First off I would ensure your PC has the lasted INF files to identify the chip-et components ...
