Storage Devices

What is the main storage component in a computer that uses magnetic storage to store data?

• Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

• Central Processing Unit (CPU)

• Random Access Memory (RAM)

• Solid State Drive (SSD)

Which storage device has no moving parts and is known for its fast read and write speeds?

• Solid State Drive (SSD)

• Floppy Disk

• Compact Disc (CD)

• Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

What type of storage device is commonly used for storing music, movies, and software installations?

• Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

• CD-ROM

• USB Flash Drive

• Solid State Drive (SSD)

What type of storage allows you to access your files from anywhere with an internet connection?

• USB stick

• Local storage

• External hard drive

• Cloud storage

Which storage device is typically used for backing up important files and expanding storage capacity?

• USB flash drive

• CD-ROM

• Internal SSD

• External hard drive

What is the unit of measurement used to specify the storage capacity of a hard disk drive?

• bits

• megabytes

• kilograms

• bytes

Which storage device is more durable and less prone to physical damage compared to traditional hard disk drives?

• Solid State Drives (SSDs)

• Floppy Disks

• CD-ROMs

• Magnetic Tape Drives

What is the maximum storage capacity of a standard DVD?

• 4.7 GB for single-layer discs and 8.5 GB for dual-layer discs

• 5.5 GB for single-layer discs and 10 GB for dual-layer discs

• 2.3 GB for single-layer discs and 6.8 GB for dual-layer discs

• 3.2 GB for single-layer discs and 7.5 GB for dual-layer discs

Which type of storage device is known for its portability and ease of use?

• Floppy disk

• USB flash drive

• External hard drive

• CD-ROM

What is the purpose of a cache in a storage device?

• The purpose of a cache in a storage device is to store frequently accessed data for quicker retrieval.

• The purpose of a cache in a storage device is to delete all stored data.

• The purpose of a cache in a storage device is to slow down data retrieval.

• The purpose of a cache in a storage device is to increase the storage capacity.