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3.1 Hardware and Software Components
3.1.1 Understanding computer hardware:
c. Storage devices:
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Computer storage devices come in two primary types: primary storage and secondary
storage
What happens to data stored in primary storage when power is turned off?
It is lost
Secondary storage
retains data even without power.
True
What is an example of secondary storage?
SSD
Secondary storage has a slower access time compared to
RAM
Match the storage type with its example:
Primary Storage ↔️ Cache
Secondary Storage ↔️ USB flash drive
Secondary storage is
non-volatile
.
True
Match the storage type with its characteristic:
Volatility of RAM ↔️ Volatile
Access Time of SSD ↔️ Fast
Cost per GB of HDD ↔️ Low
Which storage device is most durable?
SSD
Cloud storage uses remote
servers
A Hard Disk Drive (HDD) has a slow access time, low cost, and high
capacity
Cloud storage relies on
internet speed
for access.
True
Primary storage, also known as
RAM
, is volatile and loses data when power is off.
What is the volatility of primary storage?
Volatile
Primary storage is volatile and loses data when power is turned
off
Secondary storage has a slower access time compared to
RAM
.
True
What is the cost per GB for secondary storage compared to primary storage?
Low
Which storage device uses flash memory for faster read and write speeds?
Solid State Drive (SSD)
What type of storage relies on remote servers and requires an internet connection?
Cloud Storage
Solid State Drives (SSDs) are more expensive per
GB
HDDs have slower access times but larger capacities than
SSDs
.
True
What does it mean for primary storage to be volatile?
Data is lost when power is off
Match the storage feature with the correct type of storage:
Volatility ↔️ Volatile
Purpose ↔️ Short-term storage
What are computer storage devices used for?
Storing data and instructions
Primary storage (RAM) is
volatile
.
True
Secondary storage is non-
volatile
The cost per GB of primary storage is
high
Primary storage is used for long-term storage of applications and documents.
False
Which type of storage has a higher cost per GB?
Primary storage
Primary storage (RAM) allows for fast access and manipulation of
data
What is the purpose of secondary storage in a computer system?
Long-term data storage
Order the storage devices by access time from fastest to slowest:
1️⃣ SSD
2️⃣ USB Flash Drive
3️⃣ HDD
4️⃣ Cloud Storage
Cloud storage requires an internet connection to access data.
True
What are the two primary types of computer storage devices?
RAM and secondary storage
What type of storage device is known for its fast access time and high durability?
Solid State Drive (SSD)
What are the two primary types of computer storage devices?
Primary and secondary storage
Secondary storage retains data even when the
power
is off.
True
Match the storage type with its example:
Primary storage ↔️ RAM
Secondary storage ↔️ HDD
What is the purpose of primary storage?
Short-term storage
Hard Disk Drives (HDDs) are mechanical drives with large storage capacities and lower
costs
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