G10- Understanding Secondary Storage Devices

What are the key benefits of Solid-State Drives (SSDs)?

• Faster boot times and quicker application loading

• Lower cost compared to Hard Disk Drives (HDDs)

• Higher storage capacity than Optical Discs

• More prone to mechanical failures

What is the primary advantage of USB Flash Drives?

• High storage capacity

• Portability and ease of transport

• Faster data access speeds

• Lower power consumption

What type of storage do cloud services like Google Drive provide?

• Local storage on a device

• Remote storage on servers

• Physical storage devices

• Optical storage

What is the storage capacity of CDs compared to DVDs?

• CDs have higher capacity than DVDs

• CDs have the lowest storage capacity

• CDs and DVDs have the same capacity

• DVDs have the lowest storage capacity

What is the main characteristic of Hard Disk Drives (HDDs)?

• Use flash memory chips

• Store data on spinning magnetic platters

• Have the highest storage capacity

• Consume less power

What is the primary function of Network-Attached Storage (NAS) devices?

• To provide centralized storage for multiple users

• To store data on local devices

• To enhance data security

• To increase data access speeds