Should you run Linux straight from a USB? I tried it, and here's my expert advice

Thanks to the flexibility of Linux, it's possible to run the OS directly from a USB drive, but is that the right approach? Here are the pros and cons.

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ZDNET's key takeaways

• Running Linux from a USB drive is possible.
• You can boot just about any distribution you want from USB.
• There are some things you should consider before going this route.

I've used Linux in just about every way possible and for nearly every use case. I love how flexible the open-source operating system is because it removes most limitations found on other OSes. 

One way I've used Linux is directly from a USB drive. Not only is this the easiest way to install Linux, but it's also a viable way to use Linux.

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