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What is the main characteristic of ROM (Read-Only Memory)?
What is the main characteristic of ROM (Read-Only Memory)?
- It can be erased and rewritten many times
- It is a permanent store of data (correct)
- It is a temporary memory
- It holds files and programs the user is working on at the current moment
Which type of storage has metal discs coated with concentric tracks where data is stored?
Which type of storage has metal discs coated with concentric tracks where data is stored?
- Optical discs
- Hard disk (correct)
- Solid-state drives
- Magnetic tape
What is the main advantage of optical discs over magnetic tape?
What is the main advantage of optical discs over magnetic tape?
- They are more durable
- They are faster in data transfer
- They are more compact
- They have more capacity (correct)
Which type of CD can be erased and rewritten many times?
Which type of CD can be erased and rewritten many times?
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What is the main characteristic of flash memory?
What is the main characteristic of flash memory?
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Which type of storage is described as the main external backing storage?
Which type of storage is described as the main external backing storage?
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What is the function of RAM (Random Access Memory)?
What is the function of RAM (Random Access Memory)?
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What determines the best type of storage for a particular application?
What determines the best type of storage for a particular application?
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