Windows 11 supports 3.5-inch floppy disks with USB drives for data access

Windows 11 can still support 3.5-inch floppy disks, despite their discontinuation. Users can purchase USB-compatible floppy drives online to access old data. However, these drives only work with x86 and x64 systems, not with Windows for Arm or modern MacOS. Setting up a USB floppy drive is straightforward, but users may need to troubleshoot visibility issues in File Explorer. Floppy disks can be found at vintage electronics stores or online, with prices typically around $0.25 to $0.50 each for used disks. While floppy disks can still be used, they are becoming increasingly unreliable. Users with older PCs are encouraged to consider modern alternatives, such as SD card adapters or USB-to-floppy emulators, for better reliability.