storage devices

storage devices

1. solid state

   • disadvantages
     • not as cost effective
     • lower capacity than magnetic
   • examples
     • phones
     • tablets
     • computers
     • usb sticks
   • anvantages
     • hi read write speed
     • energy efficient
     • durable

2. magnetic

   • examples
     • inside a pc
     • laptop
   • advantages
     • higher capacity than solid state
     • more cost effective than solid state
   • disadvantages
     • less durable than solid state
     • has moving parts

3. optical

   • examples
     • uses lasers to read and write blue rays dvd's and cd's
   • advantages
     • portable
     • can be used in many devices
     • VERY cost effective
   • disadvantages
     • can be easily scrached
     • has a lower capascity than magnetic