Flash Memory Glossary

Glossary of flash memory card terms

Compact Flash (CF): This memory type is a small, removable data storage card that retains and transfers stored data from one device to another.

Compact Flash II: This memory type is a small, removable data storage card that retains and transfers stored data from one device to another. This version contains more storage than the standard “Compact Flash” memory card.

Memory Stick (MS): This memory type is a compact transportable data storage device that retains and transfers stored data from one device to another. Other variations of this device include Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick Pro, and Memory Stick Pro Duo.

microSD Card: This memory type is an ultra-compact, rewriteable data storage device that holds content without the need of a power supply.

Microdrive: The storage type is a miniature hard disk that retains and transfers stored data from one device to another. This drive is also compatible with a Compact Flash Type II slot.

miniSD: This memory type is an ultra-small, portable device that retains and transfers stored data from one device to another.

Reduced Size Multimedia Card (RS-MMC): This memory type is a tiny, removable data storage card that retains and transfers stored data from one device to another.

TransFlash Memory Module: This memory type is an ultra-small, semi-removable data storage device that retains and transfers stored data from one device to another.

Smart Media: Produced by Toshiba, this memory type is a small, removable data storage device that retains and transfers stored data from one device to another.

xD Picture Card: This storage device is a small, removable memory card for used storing digital photos.

MultiMedia Card (MMC): This memory type is a removable data storage card that retains and transfers stored data from one device to another.

Secure Digital (SD): Used in portable devices, this storage device is a removable data storage device that retains and transfers stored data from one device to another.