Storage Devices

What is the main difference between a Hard Drive and a Solid State Drive?

• Storage mechanism

• Weight

• Operating system

• Color

Explain how data is stored on a USB Flash Drive.

• Data is stored on a USB Flash Drive using NAND flash memory cells organized into pages and blocks, with the memory controller managing read and write operations.

• Data is stored on a USB Flash Drive by engraving information on a metal plate.

• Data is stored on a USB Flash Drive using magnetic tape technology.

• Data is stored on a USB Flash Drive through a series of interconnected tubes.

What are the advantages of using Cloud Storage over traditional storage devices?

• Cloud storage is more expensive than traditional storage devices

• Cloud storage is scalable, accessible from anywhere, provides automatic backups, cost-effective, and facilitates collaboration.

• Cloud storage lacks security measures

• Cloud storage is slow and unreliable

What type of data is typically stored on Optical Discs?

• Digital data

• Geospatial data

• Biometric data

• Analog data

How does an External Hard Drive connect to a computer?

• USB cable or other compatible ports

• Wireless connection

• Bluetooth pairing

• Ethernet cable

Describe the main components of a Hard Drive.

• Platters, Read/Write Heads, Actuator Arm, Spindle, Controller Board

• RAM, CPU, GPU

• Keyboard, Mouse, Monitor

• Circuit Board, Power Supply, Cooling Fan

What are the benefits of using a Solid State Drive in a computer?

• SSDs have slower performance compared to HDDs

• SSDs are heavier and bulkier than HDDs

• SSDs consume more power than HDDs

• SSDs provide faster performance, improved durability, lower power consumption, and quieter operation compared to HDDs.

How does data transfer speed differ between a USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 Flash Drive?

• USB 2.0 Flash Drives have faster data transfer speeds than USB 3.0 Flash Drives.

• USB 3.0 Flash Drives have faster data transfer speeds than USB 2.0 Flash Drives.

• USB 3.0 Flash Drives are not compatible with data transfer.

• Both USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 Flash Drives have the same data transfer speeds.

Explain the concept of RAID in relation to External Hard Drives.

• RAID in relation to External Hard Drives involves combining multiple external hard drives into a single logical unit to enhance data protection and performance.

• RAID is a feature that allows external hard drives to automatically back up data

• RAID is a type of software used to organize files on external hard drives

• RAID involves connecting external hard drives wirelessly to improve data storage

What are the potential risks associated with relying solely on Cloud Storage for data backup?

• Guaranteed data availability

• Enhanced data security

• Unlimited storage capacity

• Data breaches, security vulnerabilities, dependency on internet connectivity, potential data loss if the cloud provider goes out of business, limited control over data privacy and compliance