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Computer Storage KS3

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A #Computer Science quiz to recap the basics of computer storage

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1
Which of these is an advantage of using cloud storage?
Your data is always safe
you don't need an internet connection to access your data
Cloud data allows companies to advertise products to you
You can access your data anywhere
2
A HDD is made up of a stack of magnetised metal discs
False
True
3
Solid state storage is
faster than magnetic
is cheap
holds more data than magnetic
slower than optical
4
Which is best for storing large amounts of data?
Solid
Cloud
Optical
Magnetic
5
Secondary storage...
can be accessed by the CPU
has the fastest read/write speed
stores files and data when they're not in use
is volatile
6
Optical discs...
have a higher capacity than solid state
are a cheap form of secondary storage
are faster than solid state
do not scratch easily
7
Which types of storage work best with your smart phone?
Magnetic
Solid
Cloud
Optical
8
Graham only has a an old CD player in his car. What type of storage is he using?
Cloud
Optical
Solid
Magnetic
9
Magnetic storage is
cheaper than solid state storage
more expensive than solid state storage
faster than solid state storage
reliable
10
The use of optical discs is declining
False
True
11
Which is bigger?
CD-ROM
Blu-Ray-ROM
DVD-ROM
GD-ROM
12
Are there any benefits to using both an SSD and a HDD device in your home computer?
No
Yes