Data Storage

In this topic, you will explore how computers store and measure data.

You will learn:

  • Purpose of Data Storage – How computers use binary (0s and 1s) to store information.
  • Data Storage Units – Understand bit, byte, KB, MB, GB, and TB.
  • Binary & Denary Conversion – Convert 4-bit binary to decimal and vice versa.
  • Text Storage (ASCII) – Learn how keyboard characters are stored as binary codes.

Target

State the purpose of simple data storage and measures of storage.