Computer Disk Drives.
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CLASS: Primary 3
SUBJECT: Computer Study
TOPIC: Disk Drives
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Disk drives are mechanical devices that read from magnetic disk or write to them.
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They are also used to store large amount of data or work for a long time.
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They are also used to pass data and information into a computer system. For example games, music, pictures etc.
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Types of Disk Drives in Computers
a.) Floppy disk drive: it accept diskette which is also known as floppy disk.
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b.) Compact disk drive (CD-ROM drive): it accept CD which is known as Compact disk.
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c.) Hard disk drive: it is stored permanently in the system unit, but there are external hard drives which can be attached or removed from the system unit.
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Uses of Disk Drives
a.) It is used to read data.
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b.) It is used to write (burn) data into it.
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c.) They are used to format (erase or empty) the disks.
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d.) They are used to play music (through the CD-ROM drive and other drives)
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e.) They are used to install computer softwares. Examples are games, MS Word etc.
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Questions:
1.) CD means ___________
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2.) Mention the three types of disk drives in a computer
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3.) To format a disk means to _____________ it