Storage Devices: Types, Characteristics, and Use in Computer Systems

Question 1

What is a key characteristic of magnetic disk drives?

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High storage capacity

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Data volatility

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Slow data access

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Low durability

Question 2

Which type of storage device provides faster access times and is commonly used for storing essential data?

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Solid-state drive

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Hard disk drive

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Random access memory

Question 3

What is a key advantage of solid-state drives (SSDs) over traditional hard disk drives (HDDs)?

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Faster access times

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Larger storage capacity

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Lower power consumption

Question 4

What is a primary purpose of utilizing a RAID configuration?

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To protect data by creating redundant copies

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To optimize data retrieval speed

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To increase the overall storage capacity

Question 5

What is the primary function of a file system in data storage?

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To organize and manage files efficiently

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To encrypt data for enhanced security

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To optimize data transfer speed

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a type of optical storage media?

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Solid-state drive

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Compact disc

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Digital versatile disc

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Blu-ray disc

Question 7

Which of the following is a storage device that stores data magnetically on spinning disks?

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Hard disk drive

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Solid state drive

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Optical drive

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Magnetic tape

Question 8

Which of the following storage device technologies offers the best performance in terms of read/write speeds and durability?

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SSD

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HDD

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CD-ROM

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RAM

Question 9

What is the main purpose of a storage device in a computer system?

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To store data permanently

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To process data

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To display data

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To connect to the internet

Question 10

What is a key advantage of implementing a Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) configuration for storage devices?

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Increased data protection and reliability

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Enhanced performance and speed

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Reduced cost of data storage

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Smaller physical size and footprint

Question 11

Which of the following file systems is commonly used in macOS operating systems?

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HFS+

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FAT32

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NTFS

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ext4

Question 12

What is a fundamental difference between block storage devices and file storage devices?

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Block storage devices store data in fixed-size blocks, while file storage devices store data in variable-size files.

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File storage devices store data in fixed-size blocks, while block storage devices store data in variable-size files.

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Block storage devices are generally faster than file storage devices.

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File storage devices are generally more reliable than block storage devices.

Question 13

Which storage device is characterized by high speed and durability?

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Solid State Drive (SSD)

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Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

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Optical Disc

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Magnetic Tape

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a primary factor influencing storage device selection?

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Manufacturer reputation

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Capacity

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Speed

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Reliability

Question 15

Which storage device utilizes laser technology for data read/write operations?

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Optical Disc

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HDD

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SSD

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Magnetic Tape

Question 16

Which term measures the rate at which data is transferred to and from a storage device?

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Throughput

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Capacity

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Latency

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Reliability

Question 17

Which flash memory type is commonly found in SSDs?

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NAND

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DRAM

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SRAM

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NOR

Question 18

For a database application needing super-fast performance, what's the most important thing to consider when choosing a storage device?

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How quickly it can access data and how reliable it is

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How much data it can hold and how cheap it is

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The brand name and how long the warranty lasts

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How much power it uses and its impact on the environment

Question 19

How do file systems organize data on storage devices?

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In a tree-like structure with folders and files

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In a flat list with files in order

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In a network of nodes with files in different locations

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In a hash table with files based on unique identifiers

Question 20

Which of the following is a characteristic of a Hard Disk Drive (HDD)?

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Uses magnetic disks to store data

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Uses flash memory to store data

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Is volatile storage

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Is an optical storage device

Question 21

Which storage device has the fastest data access speed and is typically used in main memory?

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RAM

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SSD

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Optical disc

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HDD

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT a type of optical storage device?

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Hard drive

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DVD

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Blu-ray

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CD

Question 23

Which storage device is best suited for archival purposes and can store large amounts of data cost-effectively?

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Magnetic tape

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Optical disc

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SSD

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HDD

Question 24

Which storage device utilizes non-volatile memory chips to store data, providing faster data access than HDDs?

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Solid-state drive (SSD)

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Magnetic tape

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Hard disk drive (HDD)

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Optical disc

Question 25

Which storage device type is commonly found in portable devices due to its compact size and low power consumption?

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Flash memory

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Hard disk drive

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Optical disc

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Magnetic tape