Storage devices

Storage devices

1. Optical

   • Disadvantages
     • Limited capacity
     • Not durable
     • Scratched easily
   • Examples
     • CDs
     • Blu-rays
     • DVDs
   • Advantages
     • Portable
     • Cost effective

2. Solid state

   • Examples
     • Phones and tablets
     • Laptops and PCs
     • USB
   • Advantages
     • Durable
     • Faster
     • More energy effecient
   • Disadvantages
     • Less cost effective
     • Limited space

3. Magnetic

   • Examples
     • PCs and computers
     • Games consoles
     • Laptops
   • Advantages
     • Cost effective
     • Lots of space
   • Disadvantages
     • Not as durable
     • Not as fast
     • Not portable

4. Purpose

   • What do we use storage for?
     • Storing data (files, operating system, applications) permanently