Focusing Mechanism and Flash Memory Technology Quiz
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Focusing Mechanism and Flash Memory Technology Quiz

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What is the typical recording density for data on magnetic tape?

  • 1600 bpi (correct)
  • 900 bpi
  • 1300 bpi
  • 500 bpi

    • What is the purpose of a parity bit on magnetic tape?

  • To ensure data integrity (correct)
  • To store additional data
  • To reduce storage costs
  • To increase data capacity

    • How many separate bit streams or tracks are typically used to store data on magnetic tape?

  • 9 (correct)
  • 7
  • 5
  • 11

    • What is the unit of data that a user's program deals with on magnetic tape?

    <p>Record</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In magnetic tape storage, what does the blocking factor refer to?

    <p>The amount of data moved at a time between storage and memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between tape storage and CD-ROM storage?

    <p>Tape storage uses tracks, while CD-ROM uses sectors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor contributes to determining the data capacity of a magnetic tape?

    <p>Recording density and blocking factor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a tape drive access data from a magnetic tape compared to a disk?

    <p>Tape drive reads an entire block at once, whereas a disk reads sector by sector.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'tracks' refer to in the context of magnetic tape storage?

    <p>Separate bit streams containing sequences of bits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect is crucial in determining the recording quality of data on magnetic tapes?

    <p>The cleanliness and alignment of the read/write head</p> Signup and view all the answers

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