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you can clear the data from a write only disc by formatting the disc

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When the write-pocket notch is open on the disk can you write or format?

When the write-protect notch on a disk is open (not covered), it allows writing and formatting operations. If the notch is closed (covered), the disk is set to read-only mode, preventing any write or format actions. Therefore, to modify data on the disk, the write-protect notch must be open.


What does it mean to write-protect floppy disk?

You can only read the data.. Can't change it..


What does it mean to write protect floppy disk?

You can only read the data.. Can't change it..


Can you read from and write to the disk if the write-protect notch on a disk is open?

Yes, if the write-protect notch on a disk is open, it typically means that the disk is in a write-protect mode, preventing any writing or modification of data. However, you can still read from the disk, as reading does not alter the data stored on it. If you want to write to the disk, you would need to close the write-protect notch.


Does the read write heads on a hard disk drive actually touch the surface of the disk?

no, the head not touching the surface of the hard disk. If it touch the great chance of data may be lost. only the head of floppy disk is touch the surface of the disk.


To write to a floppy disk is it necessary for the write-protect notch to be open or closed?

For you to write to a disk, the write-protect notch must be closed.


Can't write to floppy disk?

check to make sure the disk is not write protected. there is a little tab on a corner of the disk that prevents overwriting.


How do you unlock write protected disk?

I am trying to format a dvd/rw disk but it is write protected. how do i unlock it?


What is the differient type of memory?

main memory (RAM) / disk / tape / etc read only / read-write


Why is it a good idea to write protect a floppy disk?

It is a good idea to write protect on a floppy disk because it is a back to make sure the disk doesn't get overwritten. A disk can also be write protected by pushing a small tab on top of the disk to reveal a hole.


How do you take write-protection off of cruzer edge 8 gb?

To remove write protection from a Cruzer Edge 8 GB USB drive, first ensure that the drive is not physically locked with a switch (which these models typically don't have). Next, connect the drive to your computer and check for any read-only settings in your operating system. On Windows, you can open Command Prompt and use the command diskpart, followed by list disk, select disk X (replace X with the disk number), and attributes disk clear readonly. Finally, format the drive if necessary, which can be done through the Disk Management tool or File Explorer.


Liz will use a CD-R compact disk to write to more than once. Carlo will use a CD-RW compact disk to write to more than once. Who is using the correct disk for its purpose?

Liz will use a CD-R compact disk to write to more than once. Carlo will use a CD-RW compact disk to write to more than once. Who is using the correct disk for its purpose?