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Which category of storage media can be operated on directly by the CPU?
Primary storage
What type of storage media is commonly used for online storage of enterprise databases?
Flash memories
Which storage media category refers to optical disks and tapes used for archiving databases?
Tertiary storage
Which type of storage media is non-volatile and suitable for online storage of enterprise databases?
Flash memories
What is the common term for flash memory used as a substitute for a disk drive?
Solid-state drive (SSD)
Quiz: Understanding Database Storage Hierarchy Test your knowledge of database storage hierarchy, including primary storage, main memory, cache, and other storage media. Learn about how data is physically stored on computer storage mediums and accessed by DBMS software.
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