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Computer Storage Devices and Hardware Types

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Which of the following is a type of storage device?

Floppy diskette

Optical disc

Jump drive

All of the above (correct)

What type of storage device is a compact disc (CD)?

Optical disc (correct)

Data storage medium

Magnetic storage

Solid state drive

What does PATA stand for?

Personal Advanced Technology Attachment

Parallel Advanced Technology Attachment (correct)

Parallel Access Technology Attachment

Peripheral Access Technology Adapter

SATA is faster than PATA.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is SCSI?

Small Computer System Interface Signup and view all the answers

Solid state drives (SSDs) have moving parts.

False Signup and view all the answers

Which type of computer is the most powerful?

Super Computer Signup and view all the answers

What type of computer is often used by large organizations?

Mainframe computer Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a mini computer and a micro computer?

Mini computers fall in the midrange of computers, while micro computers are typically personal desktops. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of a server?

To provide services to a network of client computers. Signup and view all the answers

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Storage Devices

Floppy disks: Data storage medium
Compact discs (CDs): Optical discs, non-magnetic
Digital versatile discs (DVDs): Optical disc technology
Jump drives/USB flash drives: Plug-and-play portable storage
Hard drives: Largest data storage capacity

Hardware Types

Parallel Advanced Technology Attachment (PATA): Older drive connection standard for storage devices
Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA): Newer, faster drive connection standard than PATA
Small Computer System Interface (SCSI): Adaptable for supporting multiple storage devices
Solid State Drives (SSDs): Latest drive technology, no moving parts, high-speed storage

Computer Classification

Supercomputers: Most powerful computer systems used by organizations
Mainframe computers: Large, powerful computer systems used by organizations
Mini computers: Mid-range computers
Microcomputers: Individual personal computers (PCs)
Servers: Provide services to client computer networks

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Explore the various storage devices and hardware types in modern computing. This quiz covers floppy disks, optical discs, hard drives, and the latest SSD technology. Additionally, learn about different computer classifications from supercomputers to microcomputers.