6.7 - Secondary Storage
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What is secondary storage?
💡 Hint: Think about where data is stored when you're not using it actively.
Name one type of secondary storage.
💡 Hint: Consider what you might have in your computer.
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Which of the following is a type of secondary storage?
💡 Hint: Only one of these holds data long term.
True or False: HDDs use flash memory.
💡 Hint: Consider what type of technology each uses.
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Analyze the advantages of SSDs in modern computing environments versus traditional HDDs, particularly in contexts like cloud storage.
💡 Hint: Consider performance metrics and trends in computing needs.
Design a file management system for a small business using both HDD and SSD. Describe your rationale for device choice based on expected workflow.
💡 Hint: Think about the types of data each device will handle.
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