This document discusses computer memory and storage devices. It describes the main types of memory, including RAM, ROM, PROM, and EPROM. It also outlines various storage devices such as magnetic disks, optical disks, hard disks, floppy disks, CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs. The document explains the characteristics, workings, and capacities of these different memory and storage technologies. It also defines basic units of measurement used for computer components like bits, bytes, kilobytes, megabytes and more.
The document discusses various computer memory and storage devices. It describes RAM and ROM as the main types of memory devices, where RAM is volatile and used for temporary storage, while ROM is non-volatile and can retain data without power. For storage, it outlines magnetic storage devices like hard disks and floppy disks, as well as optical disks like CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs, which allow higher data capacity than magnetic storage. It provides details on the structure and operation of these different memory and storage technologies.
This document provides an overview of computer memory and storage devices. It discusses the main types of memory, including RAM, ROM, PROM, and EPROM. It also describes various storage devices such as magnetic tapes, hard disks, floppy disks, and optical disks like CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs. The document explains the characteristics, units of measurement, capacities and structures of these different memory and storage technologies.
The document discusses various computer memory and storage devices. It covers RAM, ROM, magnetic storage like hard disks and floppy disks, and optical storage like CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs. It defines key terms related to these storage technologies like volatile vs non-volatile memory, and size units like megabytes, gigabytes, and terabytes. Characteristics of different storage types are explored such as speed, capacity, cost and portability.
This document discusses different types of computer memory and storage devices. It describes volatile memory like RAM that loses data when power is removed, and non-volatile memory like ROM that retains data without power. RAM is divided into SRAM and DRAM. Storage devices include hard disks with platters that store data magnetically, floppy disks, CDs, DVDs, and magnetic tapes. Each storage type has advantages for different use cases in terms of capacity, portability, write capabilities, and more.
Storage devices
This lesson includes the following sections:
Categorizing Storage Devices
Magnetic Storage Devices
Optical Storage Devices
Storage devices hold data, even when the computer is turned off.
The physical material that actually holds data is called a storage medium. The surface of a floppy disk is a storage medium.
The hardware that writes data to or reads data from a storage medium is called a storage device. A floppy disk drive is a storage device.
The two primary storage technologies are magnetic and optical.
Diskettes (floppy disks)
Hard disks
High-capacity floppy disks
Disk cartridges
Magnetic tape
Compact Disk Read-Only Memory (CD-ROM) A magnetic disk's medium contains iron particles, which can be polarized—given a magnetic charge—in one of two directions.
Each particle's direction represents a 1 (on) or 0 (off), representing each bit of data that the CPU can recognize.
A disk drive uses read/write heads containing electromagnets to create magnetic charges on the medium.
Digital Video Disk Read-Only Memory
(DVD-ROM)
CD-Recordable (CD-R)
CD-Rewritable (CD-RW)
PhotoCD
This document discusses different types of storage devices, categorizing them as magnetic or optical. Magnetic storage devices include floppy disks, hard disks, and magnetic tape. Optical storage devices include CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-R, and CD-RW. The document explains how data is stored on magnetic disks using polarized particles and on optical disks using pits and lands that reflect light differently. It provides details on formatting disks and the areas created, capacities of different devices, and speeds of CD-ROM and DVD drives.
Memory is divided into primary and secondary storage. Primary memory (RAM and ROM) is temporary and allows for quick access, while secondary memory provides permanent storage of large amounts of data even when the computer is off. Secondary storage devices include magnetic hard disks and floppy disks, as well as optical disks like CD-ROMs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs that store data using lasers.
The document discusses different types of computer memory and storage devices. It describes RAM, ROM, PROM, and EPROM as memory devices, and how they differ in terms of volatility and accessibility. For storage, it outlines magnetic devices like hard disks, floppy disks, and tapes, as well as optical disks like CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray. It provides details on the storage capacities and characteristics of each type of memory and storage device.
The document discusses different types of computer data storage, including primary storage such as RAM and ROM, and secondary storage devices like floppy disks, hard disks, CDs, and DVDs. It describes the characteristics of each storage type including access time, storage capacity, and cost, and explains how data is represented and stored internally in a computer using bits and bytes.
The document discusses different types of data storage used in computer systems, including primary storage such as RAM and ROM, and secondary storage devices like hard disks, floppy disks, CDs, and DVDs. It describes the characteristics of these storage units like access time, storage capacity, and cost, and explains how data is represented and stored in each type of storage device.
The document discusses different types of computer memory. It describes primary memory (RAM) which can be accessed directly by the CPU and secondary memory (hard drives, optical disks) which requires primary memory to access. Volatile memory like RAM loses data when powered off, while non-volatile memory like hard drives retain data without power. Common secondary storage devices include hard disk drives which use spinning magnetic platters, optical disks like CDs and DVDs which use lasers to read and write data in pits and lands, and magnetic floppy disks. The document also discusses error correction techniques used in hard drives to detect and fix errors and extend the drive's usable life.
Storage provides capacity for files and information through devices like hard disks, while memory provides working space through RAM. Primary storage includes RAM and cache for running the computer, while secondary storage is long-term storage like hard disks. RAM is volatile memory used for running programs, coming in static RAM and dynamic RAM forms. ROM is read-only memory storing basic instructions. Cache memory improves performance by storing frequently used data and instructions. Optical storage includes CDs, DVDs, and Blu-rays, while magnetic storage encompasses floppy disks and hard disks. Flash memory offers portable options like USB drives and solid-state drives.
This document discusses different types of computer memory. It describes primary memory, which is directly accessible by the CPU, including RAM and ROM. RAM is volatile and used for active programs and data, while ROM is non-volatile and contains startup instructions. Secondary memory is used for long-term storage and includes floppy disks, hard disks, magnetic tapes, optical disks like CDs and DVDs, and flash memory devices. Cache memory sits between the CPU and main memory for faster access.
Backing storage refers to permanent storage devices like hard drives and USB flash drives that are used to save files and data when the computer is switched off. Magnetic storage devices like hard disk drives store data using magnetization on metal disks, allowing for high storage capacities. Hard drives are fixed internally while portable external drives also exist. Magnetic tape is used for backups due to low cost and ability to store terabytes of data sequentially. Solid state devices have no moving parts and include USB flash drives and memory cards used in cameras and phones, providing portable storage up to 512GB. Optical storage technologies like CDs, DVDs use lasers to burn pits and lands encoding data, with read-only, write-once, and rewritable
This chapter discusses various types of external memory including magnetic disks, optical disks, and magnetic tape. It provides details on the technology behind hard disks, floppy disks, CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray disks, tape drives, and RAID systems. The key aspects covered include disk formatting, read/write mechanisms, data organization, seek times, transfer rates, capacities, and the advantages and disadvantages of different external memory types.
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ROM is permanent, non-volatile memory that contains instructions for booting the operating system and cannot be changed. RAM is temporary, volatile memory that runs programs and works only when the computer is on. Computer memory is measured in bytes, with kilobytes and megabytes denoting increasing sizes, while hard disks provide large internal storage and floppy disks and CDs provide external portable storage.
This chapter discusses types of external memory including magnetic disks, optical disks, and magnetic tape. It provides details on disk formatting and organization, read/write mechanisms, disk speed characteristics, and RAID configurations for magnetic disks. Optical disks discussed include CD-ROM, CD-R, DVD, and high definition optical disks. Characteristics of magnetic tape such as Linear Tape-Open (LTO) tape drives are also summarized.
Storage devices store information to be recalled later and come in three main types: magnetic, optical, and flash memory. Magnetic storage uses disks or tapes and can be internal or external hard drives. Optical storage includes CDs, DVDs, and uses lasers to read and write data on disks. Flash memory cards have no moving parts and provide portable storage. Larger storage capacities are available but come at increased cost versus performance.
This document provides an overview of CDROM, floppy disk, and hard disk structures and concepts. It discusses the history and layers of CDROMs and DVDs, how data is recorded and retrieved, file systems like ISO-9660 and Joliet, and rewritable technologies like CD-RW. Floppy disks and their storage capacities are described. Hard disk components and interfaces are outlined. File allocation concepts like boot sectors, clusters, FAT, and NTFS file systems are summarized.
Computer memory comes in a memory hierarchy from fastest and smallest to slower and larger. At the top are CPU registers for temporary storage, followed by cache memory for faster access. Main memory (RAM) is volatile storage inside the computer. Secondary storage devices like hard disks and optical disks provide non-volatile storage of large amounts of data. Memory and storage technologies use electrical charges, magnetic fields, or pits and lands on optical media to store binary data representing 0s and 1s.
This document discusses various types of external memory including magnetic disks, optical disks, and magnetic tape. It provides details on disk formatting, read/write mechanisms, data organization, disk geometry, and RAID levels 0-6. Optical disks discussed include CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD, and high definition optical disks. Characteristics and capacities of linear tape-open (LTO) tape drives are also summarized.
This document provides an overview of memory and storage devices for a 10th grade computer science course. It defines primary and secondary storage, and describes different types of memory like RAM, ROM, and cache memory. It also explains different magnetic and optical storage devices, including how data is stored on floppy disks, hard drives, CDs, and DVDs. The document includes learning objectives, definitions of key terms, comparisons of different memory and storage technologies, diagrams of memory and disk organization, and a short evaluation quiz.
This document discusses different types of computer memory including primary memory (RAM and ROM), secondary storage (hard drives, CDs, DVDs, etc.), and cache memory. RAM is volatile and used for temporary storage of data and programs needed to run the computer. ROM is non-volatile and holds the operating system bootstrap loader. Cache memory improves performance by storing frequently used data and instructions closer to the processor. Secondary storage devices include hard drives, optical discs, USB drives, and solid state drives which are used for long-term and offline storage of data.
Memory is divided into primary and secondary storage. Primary memory (RAM and ROM) is temporary and allows for quick access, while secondary memory provides permanent storage of large amounts of data even when the computer is off. Secondary storage devices include magnetic hard disks and floppy disks, as well as optical disks like CD-ROMs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs that store data using lasers.
The document discusses different types of computer memory and storage devices. It describes RAM, ROM, PROM, and EPROM as memory devices, and how they differ in terms of volatility and accessibility. For storage, it outlines magnetic devices like hard disks, floppy disks, and tapes, as well as optical disks like CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray. It provides details on the storage capacities and characteristics of each type of memory and storage device.
The document discusses different types of computer data storage, including primary storage such as RAM and ROM, and secondary storage devices like floppy disks, hard disks, CDs, and DVDs. It describes the characteristics of each storage type including access time, storage capacity, and cost, and explains how data is represented and stored internally in a computer using bits and bytes.
The document discusses different types of data storage used in computer systems, including primary storage such as RAM and ROM, and secondary storage devices like hard disks, floppy disks, CDs, and DVDs. It describes the characteristics of these storage units like access time, storage capacity, and cost, and explains how data is represented and stored in each type of storage device.
The document discusses different types of computer memory. It describes primary memory (RAM) which can be accessed directly by the CPU and secondary memory (hard drives, optical disks) which requires primary memory to access. Volatile memory like RAM loses data when powered off, while non-volatile memory like hard drives retain data without power. Common secondary storage devices include hard disk drives which use spinning magnetic platters, optical disks like CDs and DVDs which use lasers to read and write data in pits and lands, and magnetic floppy disks. The document also discusses error correction techniques used in hard drives to detect and fix errors and extend the drive's usable life.
Storage provides capacity for files and information through devices like hard disks, while memory provides working space through RAM. Primary storage includes RAM and cache for running the computer, while secondary storage is long-term storage like hard disks. RAM is volatile memory used for running programs, coming in static RAM and dynamic RAM forms. ROM is read-only memory storing basic instructions. Cache memory improves performance by storing frequently used data and instructions. Optical storage includes CDs, DVDs, and Blu-rays, while magnetic storage encompasses floppy disks and hard disks. Flash memory offers portable options like USB drives and solid-state drives.
This document discusses different types of computer memory. It describes primary memory, which is directly accessible by the CPU, including RAM and ROM. RAM is volatile and used for active programs and data, while ROM is non-volatile and contains startup instructions. Secondary memory is used for long-term storage and includes floppy disks, hard disks, magnetic tapes, optical disks like CDs and DVDs, and flash memory devices. Cache memory sits between the CPU and main memory for faster access.
Backing storage refers to permanent storage devices like hard drives and USB flash drives that are used to save files and data when the computer is switched off. Magnetic storage devices like hard disk drives store data using magnetization on metal disks, allowing for high storage capacities. Hard drives are fixed internally while portable external drives also exist. Magnetic tape is used for backups due to low cost and ability to store terabytes of data sequentially. Solid state devices have no moving parts and include USB flash drives and memory cards used in cameras and phones, providing portable storage up to 512GB. Optical storage technologies like CDs, DVDs use lasers to burn pits and lands encoding data, with read-only, write-once, and rewritable
This chapter discusses various types of external memory including magnetic disks, optical disks, and magnetic tape. It provides details on the technology behind hard disks, floppy disks, CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray disks, tape drives, and RAID systems. The key aspects covered include disk formatting, read/write mechanisms, data organization, seek times, transfer rates, capacities, and the advantages and disadvantages of different external memory types.
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This is about applications of information and communication technologies where i discuss about operating system of software as well as application software and i brief them very good
ROM is permanent, non-volatile memory that contains instructions for booting the operating system and cannot be changed. RAM is temporary, volatile memory that runs programs and works only when the computer is on. Computer memory is measured in bytes, with kilobytes and megabytes denoting increasing sizes, while hard disks provide large internal storage and floppy disks and CDs provide external portable storage.
This chapter discusses types of external memory including magnetic disks, optical disks, and magnetic tape. It provides details on disk formatting and organization, read/write mechanisms, disk speed characteristics, and RAID configurations for magnetic disks. Optical disks discussed include CD-ROM, CD-R, DVD, and high definition optical disks. Characteristics of magnetic tape such as Linear Tape-Open (LTO) tape drives are also summarized.
Storage devices store information to be recalled later and come in three main types: magnetic, optical, and flash memory. Magnetic storage uses disks or tapes and can be internal or external hard drives. Optical storage includes CDs, DVDs, and uses lasers to read and write data on disks. Flash memory cards have no moving parts and provide portable storage. Larger storage capacities are available but come at increased cost versus performance.
This document provides an overview of CDROM, floppy disk, and hard disk structures and concepts. It discusses the history and layers of CDROMs and DVDs, how data is recorded and retrieved, file systems like ISO-9660 and Joliet, and rewritable technologies like CD-RW. Floppy disks and their storage capacities are described. Hard disk components and interfaces are outlined. File allocation concepts like boot sectors, clusters, FAT, and NTFS file systems are summarized.
Computer memory comes in a memory hierarchy from fastest and smallest to slower and larger. At the top are CPU registers for temporary storage, followed by cache memory for faster access. Main memory (RAM) is volatile storage inside the computer. Secondary storage devices like hard disks and optical disks provide non-volatile storage of large amounts of data. Memory and storage technologies use electrical charges, magnetic fields, or pits and lands on optical media to store binary data representing 0s and 1s.
This document discusses various types of external memory including magnetic disks, optical disks, and magnetic tape. It provides details on disk formatting, read/write mechanisms, data organization, disk geometry, and RAID levels 0-6. Optical disks discussed include CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD, and high definition optical disks. Characteristics and capacities of linear tape-open (LTO) tape drives are also summarized.
This document provides an overview of memory and storage devices for a 10th grade computer science course. It defines primary and secondary storage, and describes different types of memory like RAM, ROM, and cache memory. It also explains different magnetic and optical storage devices, including how data is stored on floppy disks, hard drives, CDs, and DVDs. The document includes learning objectives, definitions of key terms, comparisons of different memory and storage technologies, diagrams of memory and disk organization, and a short evaluation quiz.
This document discusses different types of computer memory including primary memory (RAM and ROM), secondary storage (hard drives, CDs, DVDs, etc.), and cache memory. RAM is volatile and used for temporary storage of data and programs needed to run the computer. ROM is non-volatile and holds the operating system bootstrap loader. Cache memory improves performance by storing frequently used data and instructions closer to the processor. Secondary storage devices include hard drives, optical discs, USB drives, and solid state drives which are used for long-term and offline storage of data.
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Definition and Purpose
Pulmonary Delivery: Involves administering biologics directly to the lungs via inhalation.
Goal: To achieve rapid absorption into the bloodstream, enhance bioavailability, and improve therapeutic outcomes.
Types of Biologics
• Insulin: Used for diabetes management; inhaled insulin can provide a non-invasive alternative to injections.
• Vaccines: Pulmonary delivery of vaccines (e.g., mRNA vaccines) can stimulate local and systemic immune responses.
• mRNA Therapeutics: Inhalable mRNA formulations can be used for gene therapy and vaccination, allowing for direct delivery to lung cells.
Advantages
• Non-Invasive: Reduces the need for needles, improving patient comfort and compliance.
• Rapid Onset: Direct absorption through the alveolar membrane can lead to quicker therapeutic effects.
• Targeted Delivery: Focuses treatment on the lungs, which is beneficial for respiratory diseases.
Future Directions
• Personalized Medicine: Potential for tailored therapies based on individual patient needs and responses.
• Combination Therapies: Exploring the use of pulmonary delivery for combination therapies targeting multiple diseases.
Gene therapy via inhalation
Definition and Purpose
• Gene Therapy: A technique that involves introducing, removing, or altering genetic material within a patient’s cells to treat or prevent disease.
• Inhalation Delivery: Administering gene therapies directly to the lungs through inhalation, targeting respiratory diseases and conditions.
Mechanism of Action
• Aerosolized Vectors: Utilizes viral or non-viral vectors (e.g., liposomes, nanoparticles) to deliver therapeutic genes to lung cells.
• Cell Uptake: Once inhaled, the vectors penetrate the alveolar epithelium and deliver genetic material to target cells.
Advantages
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• Non-Invasive: Inhalation is less invasive than traditional injection methods, improving patient compliance.
• Rapid Onset: Potential for quicker therapeutic effects due to direct absorption in the pulmonary system.
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• Real-Time Monitoring: Connect to apps for data on adherence and inhalation patterns.
• Tailored Treatment: Adjusts medication based on individual usage data.
• Patient Engagement: Provides feedback and reminders to empower self-management.
• Improved Outcomes: Enhances adherence and reduces exacerbations in respiratory conditions.
• Future Potential: May integrate with other health data and use AI for predictive insights.
Sustained-Release Nano Formulations
Definition: Nanoscale drug delivery systems that release therapeutic agents over an extended period.
Components: Made from polymers, lipids, or inorganic materials that encapsulate drugs.
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-- Computer Hardware --
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Basic Units Of Measurement
• Bit
Binary digit
Smallest unit of measurement
Two possible values 0 1
on off
OR
•Byte
•8 bits
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Small Units Of Measurement (Processor
And Memory Speed)
Millisecond (ms) – a thousandth of a second
(1/1,000 = 10-3
)
Microsecond (μs) - a millionth of a second
(1/1,000,000 = 10-6
)
Nanosecond (ns) – a billionth of a second
(1/1,000,000,000 = 10-9
)
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Large Units Of Measurement
(Memory, Storage)
• Note: powers of two are used because
computer memory and storage are based on
the basic unit (bit).
• Kilobyte (KB) – a thousand bytes (1,024 = 210
)
• Megabyte (MB) - a million (1,048,576 = 220
)
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Large Units Of Measurement
(Memory, Storage)
• Gigabyte (GB) – a billion (1,073,741,824 = 230
)
–~ A complete set of encyclopedias requires
about 700 MB of storage
–~ 30 minutes of video (1/4 of the information
stored on a typical DVD)
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Large Units Of Measurement
(Memory, Storage)
• Terabyte (TB) – a trillion (1,099,511,627,776 =
240
)
– ~ 20 million four-drawer filing cabinets full of
text
– ~ 200 DVD’s of information
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• Memory Devices
– Memory: Is one or more sets of chips
that store data/program instructions,
either temporarily or permanently .
– It is critical processing component in
any computer
– PCs use several different types
2. RAM,ROM,PROM,EPROM
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RAM,ROM,PROM,EPROM
• Memory Devices
– Two most important are
• RAM(Random Access Memory)
• ROM(Read-only Memory)
– They work in different ways and perform
distinct functions
– CPU Registers
– Cache Memory
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RAM
• RAM is packaged as a chip.
• Basic storage unit is a cell (one bit per cell).
• Multiple RAM chips form a memory.
• Random Access Memory
Volatile
Used for temporary storage
Typical ranges 256 MB - 4 GB
• Random Access means direct access to any
part of memory
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Nonvolatile Memories(ROM)
• DRAM and SRAM are volatile memories
–Lose information if powered off.
• Nonvolatile memories retain value even if
powered off.
–Generic name is read-only memory
(ROM).
–Misleading because some ROMs can be
read and modified.
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Nonvolatile Memories(ROM)
• Types of ROMs
– Programmable ROM (PROM)
– Eraseable programmable ROM (EPROM)
– Electrically eraseable PROM (EEPROM)
– Flash memory (used in portable digital
devices)
• Firmware (Program instruction used frequently)
– Program stored in a ROM
• Boot time code, BIOS (basic input/output
system)
• graphics cards, disk controllers.
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Categories Of Storage
• Magnetic
– Floppy disks
– Zip disks
– Hard drives
• Optical
– CD-ROM
– DVD
• Solid state storage devices
– USB Key (a very common form of solid state
storage)
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Magnetic Storage
• Exploits duality of magnetism and
electricity
– Converts electrical signals into magnetic
charges
– Captures magnetic charge on a storage
medium
– Later regenerates electrical current from
stored magnetic charge
• Polarity of magnetic charge represents
bit values zero and one
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Magnetic Disk
• Flat, circular platter with metallic coating
that is rotated beneath read/write heads
• Random access device; read/write head
can be moved to any location on the platter
• Hard disks and floppy disks
• Cost performance leader for general-
purpose
on-line secondary storage
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1. Magnetic Drives: Storage Capacities
•Floppy disks
–~ 1 MB
•Hard drives
–~80 – 500 GB (TB is possible but very
rare)
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Floppy Disks
A floppy disk is a portable, inexpensive storage
medium that consists of a thin, circular, flexible
plastic disk with a magnetic coating enclosed in
a square-shaped plastic shell.
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Structure Of Floppy Disks
• Initially Floppy disks were 8-inches wide, they
then shrank to 5.25 inches, and today the most
widely used folly disks are 3.5 inches wide and
can typically store 1.44 megabytes of data.
• A folly disk is a magnetic disk, which means that
it used magnetic patterns to store data.
• Data in floppy disks can be read from and
written to.
• Formatting is the process of preparing a disk
for reading and writing.
• A track is a narrow recording band that forms a
full circle on the surface of the disk.
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Hard Disks
• Another form of auxiliary storage is a hard disk.
A hard disk consists of one or more rigid metal
plates coated with a metal oxide material that
allows data to be magnetically recorded on the
surface of the platters.
• The hard disk platters spin at a high rate of
speed, typically 5400 to 7200 revolutions per
minute (RPM).
• Storage capacities of hard disks for personal
computers range from 10 GB to 120 GB (one
billion bytes are called a gigabyte).
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sectors
each track is
divided into pie-
shaped wedges
cluster
two or more
sectors
combined
tracks
data is recorded in
concentric circular
bands
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Optical Mass Storage Devices
• Store bit values as variations in light reflection
• Higher areal density & longer data life than
magnetic storage
• Standardized and relatively inexpensive
• Uses: read-only storage with low performance
requirements, applications with high capacity
requirements & where portability in a
standardized format is needed
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2. Optical Drives
•CD's (Compact Disk)
~ 700 MB storage
–CD-ROM (read only)
–CD-R: (record) to a CD
–CD-RW: can write and erase CD to reuse it (re-
writable)
•DVD(Digital Video Disk)
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Compact Discs (CD)
• A compact disk (CD), also called an optical disc,
is a flat round, portable storage medium that is
usually 4.75 inch in diameter.
• A CD-ROM (read only memory), is a compact
disc that used the same laser technology as
audio CDs for recording music. In addition it can
contain other types of data such as text,
graphics, and video.
• The capacity of a CD-ROM is 650 MB of data.
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DVD-ROM
– Over 4 GB storage (varies with
format)
– DVD- ROM (read only)
– Many recordable formats (e.g.,
DVD-R, DVD-RW; ..)
– Are more highly compact than
a CD.
– Special laser is needed to read
them
DVD (Digital Video Disk)
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Blu-ray Technology
• Name
Derived from the blue-violet
laser used to read and write
data.
– Developed by the Blu-ray
Disc Association with more
than 180 members.
• Dell
• Sony
• LG
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Blu-ray Technology Cont.
• Data capacity
– Because Blu-ray
uses a blue laser(405
nanometers) instead
of a red laser(650
nanometers) this
allows the data
tracks on the disc to
be very compact.
– This allows for more
than twice as small
pits as on a DVD.
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Blu-ray Technology Cont.
• BD-ROM (read-only) - for pre-recorded
content
• BD-R (recordable) - for PC data storage
• BD-RW (rewritable) - for PC data storage
• BD-RE (rewritable) - for HDTV recording
Formats