COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE
MEMORY SYSTEMS
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Question
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records (writes) and/or retrieves (reads) items to and from storage media.
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Cloud Storage
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USB
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Storage Device
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -A storage device is the computer hardware that records and/or retrieves items to and from storage media.
Detailed explanation-2: -A storage device allows users to save data and information to storage media. In other words it is a physical device that allows communication between the storage device and the storage media. Storage media are items that hold the data. Sometimes, storage media is removable as is the case with CDs and DVDs.
Detailed explanation-3: -Magnetic Disk (Hard Drive) Basic geometry: 1-5 platters, magnetically coated on each surface. Platters spin at 5000-15000 RPM. Actuator arm positions heads, which can read and write data on the magnetic surfaces.
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