Chapter 6. Storage Devices

Modern desktop and laptop computers feature a variety of built-in and removable storage devices that use three distinct technologies: optical storage, magnetic storage, and flash memory. Tablets use flash memory storage. In this chapter, you learn the characteristics of each type.

220-901: Objective 1.5 Install and configure storage devices and use appropriate media.

This chapter covers the following subjects:

Optical Drive Features and Capacities—This section compares CD, DVD, and Blu-ray drives, media, and capacities.

Magnetic Hard Disk Drives—This section compares form factors and discusses performance factors and installation processes.

Flash Drives—This section compares form factors and capacities and the characteristics ...

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