Storage Devices Quiz

Why do we need to use storage devices?

• To store data

• To process data

• To delete data

• To transfer data

Which of the following is NOT a type of storage device mentioned in the document?

• Magnetic

• Solid-state

• Optical

• Mechanical

What are the two types of storage devices based on their location relative to the computer system?

• Internal and external

• Magnetic and optical

• Solid-state and magnetic

• Portable and durable

Which factor is NOT mentioned as a consideration when choosing a storage device?

• How much data we need to store

• Whether it needs to be portable

• The color of the device

• How quickly we need to access the data

What type of storage device is a Hard Disk Drive (HDD)?

• Optical storage device

• Magnetic storage device

• Solid-state storage device

• Flash storage device

Where is a Hard Disk Drive (HDD) typically located?

• Inside the monitor

• Inside the keyboard

• Inside the computer but can also be external

• Inside the mouse

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a Hard Disk Drive (HDD)?

• Large storage capacity

• Fast to access data

• Cost effective

• Uses optical technology

What can be stored on a Hard Disk Drive (HDD)?

• Documents, pictures, music, and videos

• Only documents

• Only pictures

• Only music

Which of the following is a benefit of using a Hard Disk Drive (HDD)?

• It is very expensive

• It has a small storage capacity

• It is fast to access data

• It is slow to access data

What type of memory and circuits do SSDs use to store data?

• Magnetic disks and platters

• Integrated circuits and flash memory

• Optical discs and lasers

• Magnetic tapes and reels