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What is the criteria used in selecting a secondary storage device for a particular use?
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∙ 11y ago
. storage capacity
. access speed
. size
. portability
. cost
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 9y agoUser friendliness, the cost, durability and functionality are some of the criteria that are considered for rating the secondary storage devices used in the IT industry. Clients prefer storage devices that have been tested.
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If you were the chief information officer of a firm what factors would you consider when selecting secondary storage media for your company's record?
Several factors should be considered when selecting secondary storage media. The first factor is what purpose the media storage is to be used for. The next consideration is the size of the media storage units needed. Price will have a great impact on what selection is made. Speed is another consideration, the buyer should understand how accessible this media will be. Compatibility with other storage units must also be considered. Finally desired portability is another consideration.
Is the secondary storage faster than main memory?
No. The secondary storage is typically slowerthan primary storage. But the secondary storage has higher capacity than primary storage.
How secondary storage devices are classified?
Secondary storage is?æthe devices for permanent storage and it is not affected if the computer is turned on or not. Secondary storage is?æmostly known as auxiliary storage or external hardware.
Is A storage medium also is called secondary storage?
yes. it's also called secondary storage
Differences between secondary storage and primary storage?
Primary storages are volatile. An Example of primary storage : RAM whereas, Secondary storages are permanent. An Example of secondary storage : ROM
Temporary storage is often referred to as auxiliary storage?
secondary, actaully secondary, actaully
Which secondary storage would be best to edit files and re save them to secondary storage?
No
Is solid - state storage a form of secondary storage?
no
Examples of storage?
secondary storage , primary storage , temporary storage
What are the secondary storage device?
Solid State Disks Hard Disk Drives are also secondary storage devices.
What type of memory is found on secondary storage device?
Long term memory is found on secondary storage devices.
What is the complete definition of secondary storage?
Secondary storage is a device that are not attached to the computer; however, it can be inserted in order to archive additional data. Examples of secondary storage include CDs, DVDs, and floppy discs.
