Why Use a Sneakernet Instead of the Internet?
- Efficiency: Sneakernets can also be more efficient at transferring large amounts of data than the Internet.
- Bandwidth: Many internet service providers set monthly download and upload limits for their users, and using a sneakernet can be an effective way to avoid exceeding those limits.
- Access: A lack of access to the internet or other networks requires manual delivery of electronic data.
- Security: Sneakernets are also used as a security measure for transferring highly sensitive data.
What is a Sneakernet?
A Sneakernet also known as a floppy-net, shoenet, tennisNet, or walknetism, is used to physically transport data using portable storage devices, such as USB flash drives, external hard drives, or even CDs/DVDs, rather than transmitting it over a network or the internet.