Computer Storage Devices.
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CLASS: Primary 3
SUBJECT: Computer Study
TOPIC: Storage Devices.
Storage devices are devices used to keep or store things until they are needed.
We have the general storage device and the computer storage device.
General Storage Device:
They are used to store things like food, water, books etc. Examples are bag, bottle, sack, flask, cupboard etc.
Computer Storage Device:
They are devices used in keeping work or data until they are needed.
Types of Computer Storage Devices
There are two types of computer Storage devices, they are:
a.) Internal Storage Devices:
These are devices that are inside the system unit. They are:
1.) Hard Disk
2.) Memory
b.) External Storage Devices:
These are devices that can be removed from the computer after using it. They are:
1.) Flash Disk
2.) Compact Disk (CD)
3.) Floppy Disk or Diskette
4.) Zip Disk
5.) Digital Versatile Disk (DVD).
Questions:
1.) Mention two computer storage devices that can be removed after usage.
2.) There are ________ types of computer storage device.
3.) Mention two examples of general storage device.