Backing Storage
Backing storage provides long-term data storage.
What is backing storage?
- Backing storage provides long-term data storage
- It keeps files and programs safe even when the computer is turned off
Capacity
- Capacity is the amount of data that can be stored
- Backing storage capacity is typically measured in gigabytes (GB) or terabytes (TB)
- Typical capacities range from 256GB to 2TB
- More about capacity
Types of backing storage
- Internal Storage:
- Found inside the computer, such as:
- Hard Disk Drive (HDD): Stores data on spinning disks, offering high capacity but slower speeds
- Solid-State Drive (SSD): Faster and more durable than HDDs, with no moving parts
- Found inside the computer, such as:
- External Storage:
- Portable devices used outside the computer, such as:
- External Hard Drives: Similar to HDDs but connect via USB for extra storage
- USB Flash Drives: Small, portable, and easy to use for transferring files
- Portable devices used outside the computer, such as:
Backing storage ensures data is saved securely and can be retrieved when needed, whether stored inside the computer or on portable devices.
