sequentially
Assuming no fragmentation, a hard drive reads data faster sequentially.
Definitely faster if it's sequential. That's why you should periodically defrag.
The drive performs better if it spins faster.
Performs better when it's moving faster.
Actually its called Anti-Form and you get it randomly when you do any of the drive forms. The more you drive, the better chance you have of getting it
Immediately replace it with a hard drive that does not randomly lock up.
ScanDisk Utility
Magenetic tape drives are obsolete. They were used to record data on the magnetic tapes.The data was accessed sequentially.
You should perform regular backups of a hard drive at least weekly.
You unlock it randomly after after encountering roxas when you use a drive form
Seek time