I'm curious if it's feasible to partition an external SSD so that one part can be used to run Linux while the other part serves as a storage space for files. I want to know if there are any limitations with this setup, particularly regarding speed or compatibility with other operating systems.
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Yes, you can absolutely partition your external SSD to run Linux on one partition and use the other for general storage. Just keep in mind that if you're using a standard USB connection, you might face some speed limitations. However, if you have a Thunderbolt 3 port, that should greatly improve performance, making it quite usable!
I have some older machines running off USB2 external drives. They're not the fastest, but they're definitely functional.
For the storage part that you'll likely be using with Windows, you can set it up with formats like FAT32, exFAT, or NTFS. This way, your Linux partition can stay separate, and your files will be accessible when you switch to Windows.
Would it still be slow even if I have a Thunderbolt 3 port?