FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

COMPUTER HARDWARE COMPONENTS FUNCTIONS

EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL STORAGE DEVICES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of these are reasons for computer systems requiring secondary storage? (Tick all that apply)
A
Secondary storage improves system performance
B
Used to back up data stored in main memory/primary storage.
C
Stores programs/data and files that would be lost when the power is switched off.
D
Need for larger storage capacity (than what RAM and ROM can provide).
E
Its required for Virtual Networks
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Secondary storage is needed to keep programs and data long term. Secondary storage is non-volatile, long-term storage. Without secondary storage all programs and data would be lost the moment the computer is switched off.

Detailed explanation-2: -Detailed Solution The correct answer is Hard Disk. Hard Disk is a secondary storage device in a computer.

Detailed explanation-3: -To store data Was this answer helpful?

Detailed explanation-4: -While both are integral to data storage hierarchy and provide fast and efficient access to computer resources, they do it very differently. While primary storage offers much faster access than secondary storage devices, it’s only a temporary solution which lacks the ability to store data on a long-term basis.

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