Practice - Hard Disk Controller Functions
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Practice Questions
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What does 'constant angular velocity' mean in relation to hard disks?
💡 Hint: Think about how the speed affects data retrieval.
List the three components needed to address data on a hard disk.
💡 Hint: Consider how you would differentiate data storage spots.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the meaning of constant angular velocity in hard disks?
💡 Hint: Think about how this might simplify data retrieval.
True or False: Seek time is the time needed to move the head to the correct track.
💡 Hint: Recall the importance of positioning for efficient data access.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a simple simulation model for a hard disk controller that demonstrates data retrieval from different tracks and the effect of seek time and rotational delay on efficiency.
💡 Hint: Consider the components of seek time and rotational delay during simulation.
Explain how varying the bit density across tracks affects the overall storage efficiency of a hard disk. Provide a calculated example using arbitrary values.
💡 Hint: Calculate based on different storage needs for inner and outer tracks.
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