SLR 3 - Secondary Storage 2

What does SSD stand for?

• Solid-State Disk

• Solid-State Display

• Solid-State Data

• Solid-State Digital

What is the main advantage of SSDs compared to magnetic hard disks?

• Lower cost

• Speed of access

• Larger storage capacity

• Better color display

What is a disadvantage of SSDs?

• Slow read-write speeds

• Limited lifespan

• High energy consumption

• High noise levels

What is the typical read-write access speed range for a standard SSD?

• 50-100 MB/s

• 500-1000 MB/s

• 100-200 MB/s

• 200-500 MB/s

What is the main structure of an optical disc made of?

• Aluminium

• Polycarbonate

• Glass

• Plastic

What does 'RW' stand for in CD-RW and DVD-RW?

• Random-Write

• Recordable

• Read-Write

• Rewritable

What is the base speed rating for a DVD?

• 100MB/s

• 36MB/s

• 1.3MB/s

• 150kB/s

What is a common use for CD/DVD-ROMs?

• Running operating systems

• Long-term data archiving

• Storing frequently accessed files

• Distributing music and films

What is a characteristic of NAND flash cells in SSDs?

• They have moving parts

• They are organized in terms of pages and blocks

• They use chemical dyes

• They are made of polycarbonate

What is a potential problem with optical discs?

• High cost per GB

• Susceptibility to scratching and heat

• Limited storage capacity

• High energy consumption