Magnetic Drives

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How do Magnetic Drives work?
Data is stored on a metal platter which is read and written to using a read/write head, which moves as the disk spins.
What are the advantages of Magnetic Drives?
Large capacity, cheap
What is a disadvantage of Magnetic Drives?
Subject to wear and tear / not durable
What is an example of a Magnetic Drive?
Hard Disk Drives (HDD)

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