SSD/HDD

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What are the two types of memory in a computer?

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Primary and Secondary memory

Front

What type of memory is RAM considered?

Back

Primary memory

Front

What is the main characteristic of non-volatile memory?

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It retains data without power

Front

Which of the following is NOT a type of internal storage drive? Solid state drives, Optical drives, Magnetic hard drives, Hybrid drives

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Optical drives

Front

In what year were magnetic hard drives introduced by IBM?

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1956

Front

What is the typical RPM range for hard drives used in desktop computers today?

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7200 RPM

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What interface do modern hard drives use?

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Serial ATA

Front

What is a key difference between SSDs and HDDs?

Back

SSDs are more resistant to physical shock

Front

What is the main advantage of using a solid state hybrid drive (SSHD)?

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It combines the speed of SSDs with the capacity and cost of magnetic disks

Front

Why might a computer use both an SSD and a hard drive?

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To save money while benefiting from the speed of SSDs for frequently accessed data