Hi Severin

USB is not a practical format for use with video on the mac, as it moves data in packets, and not as a constant stream. Most people find that it is too slow. Great for cheaper backup, though.

cheers
Jude



What are the pros and cons of Firewire vs USB2 for external hard drives, especially for digital video? I am currently entirely Firewire but there are some good deals on big USB2 drives these days.
Experience based comments welcomed
TIA
Severin Crisp

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