Secondary Storage Flashcards
What is secondary storage?
non-volatile storage that is used to store data permanently.
True or False: Secondary storage is faster than primary storage.
False
Name one common type of secondary storage.
Hard disk drive (HDD)
Fill in the blank: Secondary storage is typically used for __________.
long-term data storage
What is the main advantage of secondary storage over primary storage?
Higher storage capacity and persistence of data.
Which of the following is NOT a type of secondary storage? A) SSD B) RAM C) DVD
B) RAM
True or False: Solid State Drives (SSDs) are a type of secondary storage.
True
What does SSD stand for?
Solid State Drive
What is the primary use of optical discs in secondary storage?
To store data such as music, videos, and software.
Name one advantage of using cloud storage as a form of secondary storage.
Accessibility from any device with internet connection.
Fill in the blank: __________ is a type of secondary storage that uses magnetic tape.
Tape drive
What is the primary drawback of using magnetic hard drives compared to SSDs?
Slower data access speeds.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is the largest in terms of storage capacity? A) Floppy Disk B) Blu-ray Disc C) External Hard Drive
C) External Hard Drive
True or False: Secondary storage is volatile.
False
What is the purpose of using a backup in secondary storage?
To protect data from loss or corruption.
Fill in the blank: __________ storage is often used for archival purposes.
Magnetic tape
What does the term ‘write speed’ refer to in secondary storage?
The speed at which data can be written to the storage medium.
Which type of secondary storage is best for quick data retrieval?
Solid State Drive (SSD)
True or False: USB flash drives are considered secondary storage.
True
What is the main function of a hard disk drive (HDD)?
To store large amounts of data magnetically.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is generally faster? A) HDD B) SSD C) Optical Disc
B) SSD
What is the term for the process of transferring data from secondary storage to memory?
Loading
Fill in the blank: Secondary storage devices can be either __________ or __________.
internal; external
What is the lifespan of typical magnetic tape storage?
Up to 30 years or more if stored properly.
True or False: Secondary storage is essential for running applications.
False
What type of secondary storage is best for portable use?
USB flash drive
What is the primary challenge of using optical discs for storage?
Limited storage capacity compared to HDDs and SSDs.
Multiple Choice: Which is a disadvantage of SSDs? A) Higher cost B) Slower speed C) Larger size
A) Higher cost
Fill in the blank: __________ is a type of secondary storage that can be rewritten.
Flash memory
What is the typical storage capacity of a standard DVD?
4.7 GB for single-layer, 8.5 GB for dual-layer.
Which type of secondary storage is best suited for large data centers?
Hard disk drives (HDDs)
True or False: Secondary storage can be used to extend the storage capacity of a computer.
True
What is the function of a storage controller in secondary storage systems?
To manage data flow between the storage devices and the computer.
What does the term ‘latency’ refer to in secondary storage?
The delay before a transfer of data begins following an instruction.
Fill in the blank: __________ drives are commonly used in enterprise environments for their reliability.
Enterprise-grade hard disk
What is the typical read speed for a standard SSD?
500 MB/s to 550 MB/s.
Multiple Choice: Which storage type is least affected by physical shock? A) HDD B) SSD C) Optical Disc
B) SSD
True or False: Secondary storage can be both removable and non-removable.
True
What is a common use case for using secondary storage in a business?
Data backup and recovery.
What type of secondary storage is commonly used for gaming consoles?
Hard disk drives (HDDs) or SSDs.
Fill in the blank: The __________ speed of a storage device can affect its overall performance.
read/write
What is the primary characteristic of non-volatile storage?
It retains data even when powered off.
Multiple Choice: Which device is used to read and write data on optical discs? A) Optical drive B) Tape drive C) Flash drive
A) Optical drive
What is the typical lifespan of an SSD?
5 to 10 years, depending on usage and quality.
True or False: Secondary storage is not necessary for modern computers.
False
