Storage Devices Flashcards
Primary Storage (RAM)
Temporary memory used by the CPU while a program is running; volatile and fast.
Secondary Storage
(Hard Drive/SSD)
Non-volatile storage used for storing data long-term, like files and applications.
Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Mechanical, magnetic storage with larger capacity.
Solid-State Drive (SSD)
Faster, non-mechanical storage with no moving parts.
Optical Discs (CD/DVD)
Storage devices that use laser technology to read and write data; commonly used for media and backups.
USB Flash Drive
Portable, solid-state storage device for transferring files between devices.
External Hard Drive
A portable storage device used for backup or transferring large amounts of data.
Cloud Storage
Online storage service for storing and accessing data over the internet.
Memory Card (SD Card)
Small storage device used in cameras, smartphones, and other portable devices.
Tape Drive
A storage device that uses magnetic tape for data backup and archival purposes.
Hybrid Drive (SSHD)
A storage device that combines both SSD and HDD technology for faster performance with larger storage capacity.
EPROM (Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory)
Non-volatile memory used for storing firmware that can be erased and reprogrammed.
