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In a sequential access storage system, what is the process of data retrieval?
In a sequential access storage system, what is the process of data retrieval?
- Data is retrieved in a sequence, searching through prior data (correct)
- Data is retrieved only when the computer is shut down
- Data is retrieved through a network connection
- Data is retrieved randomly at any time
Which of the following storage devices uses sequential access?
Which of the following storage devices uses sequential access?
- Magnetic tape (correct)
- Semiconductor memory chips
- Magnetic disks
- Flash memory
What is a characteristic of direct access storage?
What is a characteristic of direct access storage?
- Data is retrieved through a network connection
- Data is accessed in a sequence
- Data is stored in a remote server
- Each storage position has a unique address (correct)
What is an advantage of direct access storage over sequential access storage?
What is an advantage of direct access storage over sequential access storage?
What is the primary difference between sequential access and direct access storage?
What is the primary difference between sequential access and direct access storage?
What is an example of a direct access storage device?
What is an example of a direct access storage device?
What happens to the cost per byte as the number of bytes increases in secondary storage?
What happens to the cost per byte as the number of bytes increases in secondary storage?
How does the CPU access secondary storage?
How does the CPU access secondary storage?
What is the access time of a given byte of information stored on a HDD?
What is the access time of a given byte of information stored on a HDD?
How do hard disks compare to primary memory (RAM) in terms of access time?
How do hard disks compare to primary memory (RAM) in terms of access time?
What is the access time of a given byte of information stored in RAM?
What is the access time of a given byte of information stored in RAM?
What is a primary advantage of off-line storage in terms of information security?
What is a primary advantage of off-line storage in terms of information security?
What is a disadvantage of using Magnetic Tapes for off-line storage?
What is a disadvantage of using Magnetic Tapes for off-line storage?
What is a characteristic of off-line storage when used for archival purposes?
What is a characteristic of off-line storage when used for archival purposes?
What is a type of storage device that is often used for off-line storage?
What is a type of storage device that is often used for off-line storage?
What are the two components that make up the access time of secondary storage?
What are the two components that make up the access time of secondary storage?
What is a characteristic of Sequential Access Storage?
What is a characteristic of Sequential Access Storage?
What is an advantage of using Solid State Devices (SSD) over other storage devices?
What is an advantage of using Solid State Devices (SSD) over other storage devices?
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