usb stick problems

[Sergio]

On 06/19/2012 05:53 AM, SilvioTO wrote:
> Since from first installation more months ago, my fedora 16 xfce have
> problems with files on usb sticks, especially with big files: often (90%
> of times), after I transfer files on it, won't umount (device is busy),

It needs to finalize the transfer before unmounting so the file won't 
corrupt.

> and, once file are deleted (using shift + canc), space remain occupied;
> using delete as normal, a .Trash folder appear with file inside. For
> solve the situation I must use gparted, deleting and recreate the
> partition.
>

Since the stick is a removable drive, when you delete it, it creates a 
backup on the drive itself. If you want to really delete it, use Shift+Del

> Thanks for your help.
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