Practice Computer Organization And Architecture: A Pedagogical Aspect (30.1) - Storage Devices
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Computer Organization and Architecture: A Pedagogical Aspect

Practice - Computer Organization and Architecture: A Pedagogical Aspect

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Question 1 Easy

What is the primary purpose of secondary storage?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when the power is turned off.

Question 2 Easy

Name two types of secondary storage devices.

💡 Hint: Consider both magnetic and optical storage.

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Question 1

What is the primary function of secondary storage?

Temporary data storage
Permanent data storage
Performance enhancement

💡 Hint: Think about what makes storage 'secondary'.

Question 2

True or False: Data in main memory is volatile.

True
False

💡 Hint: Recall the definition of volatile memory.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a schematic diagram of a hard disk including its tracks, sectors, and the read/write head mechanism.

💡 Hint: Think about how data is organized on the disk.

Challenge 2 Hard

Debate the pros and cons of using hard disks versus SSDs in modern computers in terms of speed, capacity, and durability.

💡 Hint: Consider the tools available today and their evolution over time.

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