Storage Devices

Storage Devices

1. magnetic storage

   • disadvantages
     • it's less durable than solid state
   • examples
     • desktop
       • PC's
       • computers
     • laptops
       • game consoles
   • advantages
     • it has a higher capacity than solid state
     • it's cost effective
   • The hard disk inside your PC or laptop is probably magnetic

2. solid state storage

   • advantages
     • It's more durable than magnetic storage
   • examples
     • phones
     • tablets
     • PC'S
     • laptops
   • disadvantages
     • not as cost effective

3. optical storage

   • advantages
     • It is cheaper
       • It can be used in a variety of devices
       • It is portable
   • disadvantages
     • It can be easily scratched
     • It has a low capacity
   • examples
     • CD's, DVD's and Blue-rays

4. What do we use storage for

   • A storage device is a piece of hardware that is used to store data