COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE
SECONDARY STORAGE DEVICES
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It is non-volatile
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It is volatile
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It is quicker
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It is online
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Detailed explanation-1: -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. There are three main types of secondary storage in a computer system: solid state storage devices, such as USB memory sticks.
Detailed explanation-2: -Secondary storage, sometimes called auxiliary storage, is non-volatile and is used to store data and programs for later retrieval. There are many kinds of secondary storage, each with advantages and disadvantages. Most storage devices use either magnetic or optical storage media.
Detailed explanation-3: -Volatile storage devices lose data when power is interrupted or turned off. By contrast, non-volatile devices are able to retain data regardless of the status of the power source.