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Computer Storage

Computer storage refers to storing digital data for later use. There are three main types of computer storage: primary, secondary, and tertiary. Primary storage includes RAM and ROM and is volatile memory used for active data. Secondary storage includes hard disk drives, flash drives, and optical discs, providing non-volatile storage for data even when powered off. Secondary storage has slower access than primary but provides larger storage capacities at lower costs per gigabyte.

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Computer Storage

Computer storage refers to storing digital data for later use. There are three main types of computer storage: primary, secondary, and tertiary. Primary storage includes RAM and ROM and is volatile memory used for active data. Secondary storage includes hard disk drives, flash drives, and optical discs, providing non-volatile storage for data even when powered off. Secondary storage has slower access than primary but provides larger storage capacities at lower costs per gigabyte.

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Computer Storage

By: D’Mitri Patterson


What is Storage?
• Storage refers to the process of storing digital data in a non-volatile
form for later use.
What is Computer Storage?

•Storage is a mechanism that enables a


computer to retain data, either
temporarily or permanently.
The three types of computer storage are:
Primary
Secondary
Primary Storage
• Primary Storage (Main Memory):
• RAM (Random Access Memory): RAM is volatile memory that is used
by the computer's processor to store and quickly retrieve data that is
actively being used or processed. It is volatile, meaning that it loses its
contents when the power is turned off. RAM is crucial for the smooth
operation of a computer, and its size can impact system performance.
• ROM: ROM is a type of non-volatile memory that is used primarily in
the primary storage category. As the name suggests, data stored in
ROM is generally read-only, meaning it is pre-programmed during the
manufacturing process and is not easily modified or overwritten during
regular computer operation.
Secondary storage
• Secondary Storage:
• Hard Disk Drives (HDD): HDDs are non-volatile storage devices that use magnetic
storage to store and retrieve digital information. They are the most common type of
secondary storage in personal computers and servers. HDDs have large storage
capacities but are slower than some other storage technologies.
• Flash Drives: Flash drives, also known as USB drives or thumb drives, are portable
storage devices that use flash memory to store data. They are small, lightweight,
and convenient for transferring data between computers. Like SSDs, they are faster
and more durable than traditional HDDs.
• Optical Storage (e.g., CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray): Optical storage uses lasers to read and
write data on optical discs. While not as common as they once were, optical discs
are still used for certain applications, such as archiving data or distributing software.
What is the difference between Secondary
and Primary?
• Primary and secondary storage are two types of memory in a
computer system, each serving different purposes. Primary storage is
volatile, losing its contents when power is turned off, while secondary
storage is non-volatile and retains data even when power is turned
off. Primary storage provides faster access speeds, while secondary
storage has slower access speeds. Both types have larger capacities
and lower costs per gigabyte.
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