Microsoft may no longer support Windows To Go, but you can still make a portable Windows 11 installation — and it actually works okay.

Go to Settings > System > Storage. Use the search bar to find and open Settings if you don't have the icon in your taskbar.

GigaDrive 1TB external SSD Packing one of the best SSDs into a hardcore portable enclosure to make one of the fastest drives around. In places.

While windows 8.1 does prioritize SSD storage, it may need some tweaking to get it working properly.

You’re better off just putting together your own external SSD. And don’t worry! It’s not even that difficult. Here’s why you should give it a shot and how to put one together yourself.

Whichever use case you’re after, we’ve identified nine of the best SSD drives currently available for Windows PCs, Macs, gaming consoles, and even some mobile devices.