Understanding Computer Data Storage

Which of the following is considered a primary storage device in a computer system?

• Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

• Random Access Memory (RAM)

• Compact Disc (CD)

• USB Flash Drive

What is the main characteristic that differentiates secondary storage from primary storage?

• Secondary storage is volatile

• Secondary storage is non-volatile

• Secondary storage is faster

• Secondary storage is more expensive

Which of the following is an example of optical storage media?

• Solid State Drive (SSD)

• Blu-ray Disc

• Magnetic Tape

• RAM

What is the primary advantage of using solid state drives (SSDs) over traditional hard disk drives (HDDs)?

• Higher storage capacity

• Lower cost

• Faster data access speeds

• Longer lifespan

Which of the following is a type of magnetic storage technology?

• DVD

• SSD

• Floppy Disk

• RAM

What is the typical storage capacity range for a USB flash drive?

• 1 MB to 10 MB

• 1 GB to 1 TB

• 10 TB to 100 TB

• 100 KB to 1 MB

Which of the following storage devices is most commonly used for long-term archival of data?

• RAM

• SSD

• Magnetic Tape

• CD-ROM

What is the main disadvantage of using optical storage media like CDs and DVDs?

• High cost

• Limited storage capacity

• Slow data access speed

• Volatility

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of solid state drives (SSDs)?

• No moving parts

• High durability

• Uses magnetic platters

• Faster boot times

What is the primary function of primary storage in a computer system?

• To store data permanently

• To execute and store currently running programs

• To back up data

• To store data externally