> I think USB 3.0 is cheaper and more common. > Only seen the occasional eSATA port on laptops and afaik, eSATA requires a > seperate powersupply. USB can supply the power for the drive as well.
> Joost USB hard drives, in my experience, come with and require AC power adapter, are not powered by the USB itself. USB sticks don't need or have their own power. Tom