GCSE CS Computer Storage Devices Quiz

Define what is meant by main memory.

Define what is meant by ‘secondary storage’.

One technology that can be used to store data is magnetism. Which of the following is another technology that can be used to store data?

• Optical storage

• Mechanical storage

• Chemical storage

• Quantum storage

Identify one type of secondary storage that would be suitable for using inside the computer.

• Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

• Solid State Drive (SSD)

• USB Flash Drive

• CD-ROM

Which of the following are three advantages of choosing an SSD over other options such as CDs, DVDs, or Hard Drives?

• Better performance, lower cost, and higher reliability

• Higher cost, lower performance, and less reliability

• Better performance, higher cost, and lower reliability

• Lower cost, lower performance, and higher reliability

Desmond wants to take the photos and videos he creates to his friend’s house. Typically, he will be taking around 20 GB of data each time. Identify one type of secondary storage that would be suitable for this purpose.

• USB flash drive

• CD-ROM

• Floppy disk

• Blu-ray disc

Explain two advantages of choosing this device over other options.

Which of the following storage devices is known for having no moving parts?

• Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

• Solid State Drive (SSD)

• DVD

• Floppy Disk

What is one major disadvantage of using a Hard Disk Drive (HDD) compared to a Solid State Drive (SSD)?

• Higher cost

• Lower storage capacity

• Slower read/write speeds

• Less reliability

Which type of storage is typically used for long-term archival of data due to its durability and longevity?

• USB Flash Drive

• Solid State Drive (SSD)

• Optical Disc (e.g., Blu-ray)

• Hard Disk Drive (HDD)