storage device
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n. Computer Science
A hardware device, such as a hard disk or floppy disk, used to record and store data.
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A peripheral unit that holds data such as disk, tape or flash memory card. For a summary of all storage technologies, see magnetic disk, magnetic tape, optical disc and flash memory.
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| WordNet: storage device |
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The noun has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
a device that preserves information for retrieval
Synonym: memory device
| Wikipedia: Storage device |
A storage device is a device used for storing something.
- When storing goods a box or container of some kind may be used.
- For different kinds of digital information (data), a data storage device may be used.
- For preserving audio, a vinyl record (now basically obsolete), compact audio cassette, or CD may be used.
- For preserving video, a video tape recorder like the Video Home System, or digital media such as a laserdisc or DVD may be used.
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