10 Questions
Which component of a hard disk is responsible for accessing data on the platters?
The arm
What determines the amount of time it takes for the read/write head to access data on the tracks?
The spin speed of the platters
What happens when a read/write head is reading data from a hard disk?
It changes a magnetic field into electrical current
What is the typical spin speed of hard disk platters?
7200 rpm
What is the average seek time for a read/write head?
4-15 milliseconds
Which part of a hard disk is responsible for moving the read/write head across the tracks?
The arm
What does a read/write head do when reading data from a hard disk?
It transforms a magnetic field into electrical current
What determines the time it takes for the read/write head to access data on the tracks?
The spin speed of the platters
What is the typical spin speed of hard disk platters?
7200 rpm
What is the range for the average seek time of a read/write head?
11-20 milliseconds (ms)
Test your knowledge on hard disks and their components. Learn about the structure, functionality, and factors affecting data access speed.
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