Windows 10, version 1809 and later: Change in default removal policy for external storage media

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Windows 10, version 1809 and later: Change in default removal policy for external storage media

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This is interesting. I've always gone out of my way to do a proper eject because I've corrupted some flash drives when I haven't.
You can use the storage device policy setting to change the manner in which Windows manages storage devices to better meet your needs. The policy settings have the following effects:

- Quick removal. This policy manages storage operations in a manner that keeps the device ready to remove at any time. You can remove the device without using the Safely Remove Hardware process. However, to do this, Windows cannot cache disk write operations. This may degrade system performance.
- Better performance. This policy manages storage operations in a manner that improves system performance. When this policy is in effect, Windows can cache write operations to the external device. However, you must use the Safely Remove Hardware process to remove the external drive. The Safely Remove Hardware process protects the integrity of data on the device by making sure that all cached operations finish.
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Re: Windows 10, version 1809 and later: Change in default removal policy for external storage media

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I'll still prob always eject, since you never know if someone changed the policy. Besides, it's habit for me now.
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