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.

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What is SCSI?

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Solid state drives (SSDs) have moving parts.

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Which type of computer is the most powerful?

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What type of computer is often used by large organizations?

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

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

What is the main function of a server?

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Flashcards

Storage Devices

Devices used to save data.

Floppy Diskette

A magnetic storage medium.

Compact Disc (CD)

Optical storage medium (not magnetic).

Digital Versatile Disc (DVD)

Optical disc technology.

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USB Flash Drive

Portable storage.

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Hard Drive

Largest data storage device in a computer.

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PATA

Older storage connection.

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SATA

Faster storage connection.

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SCSI

Connection for multiple storage devices.

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SSD

Latest storage technology (no moving parts).

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Supercomputer

Most powerful computer.

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Mainframe Computer

Large, powerful system for organizations.

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Minicomputer

Mid-range computer.

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Microcomputer

Personal computer (desktop).

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Server

Provides services to client computers.

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Study Notes

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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