Flash longevity

[jpero at sympatico.ca]

> >
> > Eric
> 
> To my knowledge (which may be wrong) is that the reads are unlimited, it is 
> the erasing that causes problems.
> 
> Using the drive as a worm device should be perfect for it.
> 
> CF cards are 5v tolerant devices and may be sensitive to over-voltage, if 
> you are running it at 5v a current limiting resistor might be a good idea.
> 
> 
> Randy
> www.s100-manuals.com 
> 

Yes, I'm aware of the limited number of writes yet it is still useful 
technology to use on classics as well as new stuff.   Flash, is 
written in blocks.  To write anything it has to erase first then 
write data onto it (like blowing a EPROM).

I'd use larger flash capacity and use brand names especially SanDisk. 
For heavy use.

FRAM is very slow to develop.  Come on, it is better technology to 
come along...

Cheers,

Wizard