Computer Storage Devices Quiz

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Questions and Answers

What type of storage device is commonly used in cameras and smartphones for storing photos, videos, and other data?

CD-ROM

SSD

Flash drive (correct)

RAM

A USB flash drive is an example of internal storage.

False

What is the primary purpose of a search engine?

To search for information on the internet

A domain name is a ______ address for a website, while an IP address is a machine-readable address.

human-readable Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following storage devices is easily connected to a computer for additional storage space?

USB flash drive Signup and view all the answers

Chrome, Firefox, and Internet Explorer are examples of web browsers.

True Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Domain Name = A human-readable address for a website IP Address = A machine-readable address for identifying devices HTTP = HyperText Transfer Protocol for unencrypted connections HTTPS = HyperText Transfer Protocol Secure for encrypted connections Signup and view all the answers

What is the World Wide Web?

A collection of websites and webpages Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following storage devices is non-volatile and typically has a smaller storage capacity compared to a hard disk drive?

CD-ROM Signup and view all the answers

RAM is a non-volatile storage device.

False Signup and view all the answers

What type of storage device is commonly used for backing up data due to its large storage capacity?

Tape drive Signup and view all the answers

The device known for fast data access, durability, and lack of moving parts is called an _____ .

SSD Signup and view all the answers

Which storage device has the largest storage capacity among the following?

Hard disk drive Signup and view all the answers

Cloud storage offers limited access to data.

False Signup and view all the answers

What technology is used by Blu-ray discs to read and write data?

Laser technology Signup and view all the answers

Match the storage devices with their characteristics:

USB flash drive = Portable and convenient for file transfers Tape drive = Used for data backup and has large capacity Solid-state drive = High performance and low latency CD-ROM = Non-volatile but less storage than HDD Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Storage Devices

CD-ROM is non-volatile and has a smaller storage capacity compared to hard disk drives.
RAM offers temporary data storage and loses contents when the power is off.
Tape drives utilize magnetic tape for data storage and are frequently used for backups due to extensive storage capacity.
Solid-state drives (SSDs) provide fast data access speeds, high durability, and have no moving parts.
Hard disk drives have the largest storage capacity among CD-ROMs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs.
Cloud storage enables data access from any location, providing a significant advantage over traditional storage methods.

Performance and Technology

Solid-state drives exhibit the highest read/write speeds compared to USB flash drives, CD-ROMs, and magnetic tape.
Blu-ray discs use laser technology for data reading and writing.
Flash drives are commonly used in cameras and smartphones to store multimedia files.
USB flash drives serve as external storage options easily connected for additional storage space.

Internet and Browsers

Chrome, Firefox, and Internet Explorer are examples of web browsers; Microsoft Word is not a browser.
Search engines are designed to find information on the internet.
A domain name is a human-readable address for a website, whereas an IP address serves as a machine-readable address.
The World Wide Web consists of a vast collection of websites and webpages.

Web Protocols

HTTP stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol, while HTTPS (HTTP Secure) is used for secure connections.

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Test your knowledge about various computer storage devices with this quiz. Determine which devices are volatile or non-volatile and their typical storage capacities. Engage with questions regarding RAM, SSD, CD-ROM, and more.