Pearson GCSE Computer Science - 3.1.2 Secondary Storage

What is the role of secondary storage in a computer system?

• a) Temporarily stores program instructions and data
• b) Provides fast access to frequently used data
• c) Stores data permanently even when the power is off
• d) Controls the flow of data within the CPU

How is data stored on magnetic storage devices?

• a) Using electrical charges
• b) Using laser beams
• c) Using magnetic fields
• d) Using light-sensitive material

How is data stored on optical storage devices?

• a) Using electrical charges
• b) Using laser beams
• c) Using magnetic fields
• d) Using light-sensitive material

How is data stored on solid-state storage devices?

• a) Using electrical charges
• b) Using laser beams
• c) Using magnetic fields
• d) Using light-sensitive material

What is the main characteristic of magnetic storage devices?

• a) Fragile and easily damaged
• b) Fast access times
• c) Non-volatile storage
• d) Uses laser beams to read and write data

What is the main characteristic of optical storage devices?

• a) Fragile and easily damaged
• b) Fast access times
• c) Non-volatile storage
• d) Uses magnetic fields to read and write data

What is the main characteristic of solid-state storage devices?

• a) Fragile and easily damaged
• b) Fast access times
• c) Non-volatile storage
• d) Uses laser beams to read and write data

Which type of storage device uses magnetic fields to read and write data?

• a) Magnetic storage
• b) Optical storage
• c) Solid-state storage
• d) RAM (Main Memory)

Which type of storage device uses laser beams to read and write data?

• a) Magnetic storage
• b) Optical storage
• c) Solid-state storage
• d) RAM (Main Memory)

Which type of storage device uses electrical charges to store data?

• a) Magnetic storage
• b) Optical storage
• c) Solid-state storage
• d) RAM (Main Memory)