Computer Storage - Secondary Storage

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In computing, what does "capacity" mean?

• How fast a device can send data

• How long a device can stay switched on

• The amount of data a device can store

• The time it takes to open a file

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Which sentence best describes "storage" in a computer system?

• The part that connects the computer to the internet

• The part that holds data and programs

• The part that displays images and video

• The part that cools down the CPU

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What is secondary storage?

• Storage used only by the CPU’s cache

• Storage that holds data and programs long-term

• Storage that is wiped every time the power is on

• Storage that only exists on the internet

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Which of these is the best example of secondary storage?

• RAM

• CPU

• SSD

• Cache

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Secondary storage is described as non-volatile. What does this mean?

• It is very fast

• It loses data when power is off

• It keeps data when power is off

• It is only used by the CPU

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Compared to primary storage (RAM), secondary storage usually has:

• Lower capacity and is faster

• Larger capacity and is slower

• Lower capacity and is slower

• The same capacity and speed

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Compared to primary storage (RAM), secondary storage usually has:

• Lower capacity and is faster

• Larger capacity and is slower

• Lower capacity and is slower

• The same capacity and speed

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Which of these is normally stored in secondary storage?

• The CPU clock speed

• The operating system and applications

• The instructions currently executed by the CPU

• Only temporary files

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Which statement about secondary storage is TRUE?

• It is always faster than cache

• It is used only to store games

• It stores user files like photos and documents

• It deletes all files when the computer is turned off

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How are types of secondary storage grouped?

• Internal, external, portable

• Solid-state, optical, magnetic

• Cloud, local, virtual

• Fast, medium, slow

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What does CPU stand for?

• Central Power Unit

• Central Processing Unit

• Computer Processing Unit

• Core Program Unit

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What does OS stand for (in computing)?

• Output System

• Operating System

• Online Storage

• Open Software

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In storage, what does MB stand for?

• Mega Byte

• Main Bit

• Mixed Byte

• Mega Block

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In storage, what does GB stand for?

• Great Byte

• Giga Byte

• General Bit

• Giga Block

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What does ROM stand for?

• Read Only Memory

• Random Online Memory

• Real Output Module

• Readable Operating Memory

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What does RAM stand for?

• Random Access Memory

• Read Access Memory

• Rapid Action Memory

• Random Active Module

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What does HDD stand for?

• Hard Disk Drive

• Heavy Data Disk

• High Data Drive

• Hard Drive Device

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What does SSD stand for?

• System Storage Device

• Solid State Drive

• Secondary Storage Disk

• Serial Storage Device

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Which device is an example of solid-state storage?

• Hard disk drive

• CD

• USB flash drive

• Magnetic tape

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Which device is an example of optical storage?

• SD card

• DVD

• Hard disk drive

• USB flash drive

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Which device is an example of magnetic storage?

• Blu-ray disc

• SSD

• Hard disk drive

• SD card

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Which row correctly matches the storage type and an example?

• Solid-state – HDD

• Optical – Blu-ray

• Magnetic – SD card

• Solid-state – DVD

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What does a solid-state drive (SSD) use to store data?

• Spinning magnetic disks

• Punch cards

• Flash memory with no moving parts

• Laser beams

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Which of these is a typical advantage of solid-state storage?

• Very slow access speed

• No moving parts, so it is durable

• Very low cost per gigabyte

• Only works when the power is off

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Which statement about SSDs is TRUE?

• They are usually slower than hard disk drives

• They use flash memory and are very fast

• They store data using laser light

• They cannot be used in laptops

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Why are SSDs often used in modern laptops?

• They are fragile and heavy

• They have moving parts that cool the system

• They are fast, use low power, and are durable

• They can only store the operating system

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Which of these storage devices is also solid-state?

• USB flash drive

• CD-ROM

• Blu-ray disc

• Magnetic tape

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How does optical storage read and write data?

• By using electric sparks

• By using magnetic fields

• By using lasers

• By using water cooling

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What is optical storage most commonly used for?

• Storing the CPU instructions

• Distributing music, films, and games

• Running the operating system

• Saving temporary files only

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Which statement about optical media is TRUE?

• It is usually slower than SSDs and HDDs

• It always has higher capacity than SSDs

• It is built only inside the motherboard

• It is non-portable and fixed inside the case

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Which of these lists optical media from smallest to largest typical capacity?

• DVD, CD, Blu-ray

• CD, Blu-ray, DVD

• Blu-ray, DVD, CD

• CD, DVD, Blu-ray

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Which device would be BEST to store a high-definition film for sale in shops?

• CD

• DVD

• Blu-ray

• USB flash drive

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What do magnetic storage devices use to store data?

• Laser beams

• Magnetic fields

• Electrical sparks

• Water pressure

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Which of these is a common example of magnetic storage?

• Hard disk drive

• DVD

• SD card

• Blu-ray disc

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Which statement about magnetic storage is TRUE?

• It has very low capacity

• It has moving parts such as spinning platters

• It is newer than solid-state storage

• It cannot be used for backups

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Why are magnetic tapes often used for backups and archiving?

• They are very small but extremely fast

• They have high capacity and are good for storing large amounts of data

• They are the only type of volatile storage

• They can only store audio files

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Historically, what is special about magnetic storage?

• It was invented after SSDs

• It is the oldest form of storage and has been used since around the 1920s

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Why is secondary storage important for the operating system?

• It keeps the CPU cool

• It is the only place the OS can be stored long-term

• It makes the screen brighter

• It controls the keyboard layout

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Which is the BEST reason why secondary storage is needed?

• To permanently store data and programs so they are not lost when power is off

• To speed up the CPU’s clock

• To show colours on the display

• To replace the need for RAM

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Which task is secondary storage MOST suitable for?

• Storing current instructions the CPU is executing

• Temporarily holding data during a single calculation

• Backing up user files and transferring them between devices

• Controlling how fast the fan spins

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Which statement about capacity is TRUE?

• Secondary storage usually has much more capacity than RAM

• Secondary storage always has less capacity than RAM

• Secondary storage and RAM always have the same capacity

• Capacity only applies to primary storage

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Which of these is NOT a typical use of secondary storage?

• Storing the operating system

• Storing user documents and videos

• Backing up important data

• Increasing the screen resolution

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Which statement correctly compares primary and secondary storage?

• Primary storage is non-volatile; secondary storage is volatile

• Primary storage is long-term; secondary storage is only temporary

• Primary storage is usually faster; secondary storage usually has more capacity

• Both primary and secondary storage lose data when power is off

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What does CD stand for?

• Computer Disk

• Compact Disc

• Common Drive

• Control Disk

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What does DVD stand for?

• Digital Video Disk

• Data Video Disk

• Digital Versatile Disc

• Dual Video Disc

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What does USB stand for?

• Universal Serial Bus

• Universal Storage Box

• United System Bus

• User Storage Bank