EASY POINTS
What type of storage media is used in smart phones and tablets to store files, applications, and operating systems, allowing for thinner and lighter computers?
Solid state devices (or SSDs)
SSDs run cooler and use less _________ than HDDs.
power
" Memory sticks are affected by magnetic fields."
What makes SSDs suitable for laptops?
They are light and thin.
What pocket-sized device can you use to transfer game files between PCs?
Memory stick / pen drive
What storage devices are SSDs replacing as primary backing storage?
HDDS
SSDs are reliable because they have no moving _________ to break.
parts
"Pen drives require extra software to work on most PCs"
FALSE
What is the daily write limit for an SSD?
About 20GB per day
Why are memory sticks easy to misplace?
Small physical size
What is a memory stick called when used to prevent software piracy?
A dongle
SSD low daily limits can handle about 20GB per _________.
day
"You can write-protect data on a memory stick by making it read-only."
Why do SSDs have a shorter lifespan eventually?
They wear out after too much writing.
Do SSDs have moving parts?
No
"Memory sticks are very robust."
TRUE
List 2 uses of solid state drive.
Any of the following:
- Replaces HDD as primary backing storage.
- Storing files, application and operating system.
- Allowing thinner and lighter computers.
- Used in smartphones and tablets...
What does SDD stand for?
solid state drive
"Memory sticks are very compact and portable."
TRUE
A advantage of pen drive is that is it very robust.
what is the meaning of robust?
Robust means strong, durable, and sturdy.