Knowing how to format a storage drive is a crucial bit of knowledge for any computer user. It a common misconception that formatting is only for wiping a drive that full of files you no longer need. Whether you find a drive that simply not compatible with your operating system, or have the displeasure of encountering corrupted data, formatting sets your storage device back to a like new state and wipes the slate clean. Formatting a drive doesnt just mean wiping it clean of stored data. It also...