Practice - Fixed vs Movable Head
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Practice Questions
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What is a fixed head mechanism?
💡 Hint: Think about how many heads are used.
What is seek time?
💡 Hint: It's related to how fast the head can access data.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is a primary advantage of fixed head systems?
💡 Hint: Consider the number of heads used in fixed systems.
True or False: Movable head mechanisms may have higher seek times due to the movement of the head.
💡 Hint: Think about how the head gets to its position.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze a scenario where data access speed is crucial, such as in a trading system. Would you recommend a fixed or movable head mechanism and why?
💡 Hint: Think about the demands of rapid data access.
Consider a personal computer with modest storage needs. Discuss the justification for using movable heads in this context.
💡 Hint: Evaluate the importance of speed versus cost.
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