DATA
In computing, data
is information that has been
translated into a form that is
efficient for movement or
processing. Relative to today's
computers and transmission
media, data is information
converted into binary digital
form.
FILES AND FOLDERS
FILES :- What Does File Mean? A file
is a container in a computer system
for storing information. Files used in
computers are similar in features to
that of paper documents used in
library and office files
FOLDERS :- A folder is a storage
space, or container, where many files
can be placed into groups and
organize the computer. A folder can
also contain other folders. For many
computer software applications,
there is a current working directory.
FILE FORMAT
A file format refers to the
way data are arranged
logically within a file. File
formatting allows a
program to retrieve data,
correctly interpret the
information and continue with
processing
MEASURING FILE SIZES
File sizes are measured in
Bytes (B), Kilobytes (KB),
Megabytes (MB),
Gigabytes (GB), Terabytes
(TB) and so on.
COMPUTER MEMORY
Memory is the electronic
holding place for the
instructions and data a
computer needs to reach
quickly. It's where
information is stored for
immediate use. Memory is one
of the basic functions of a
computer, because without it,
a computer would not be able
to function properly.
PRIMARY MEMORY
RAM :- RAM is a common ROM :- ROM (read-only memory)
computing acronym that is a non-volatile memory
stands for random-access type. This means it receives
memory. Sometimes it's called data and permanently writes
PC memory or just memory. In it on a chip, and it lasts even
essence, RAM is your computer after you turn off your
or laptop's short-term computer. The data is coded
memory. It's where the data is to not be overwritten, so it's
stored that your computer used for things like your
processor needs to run your printer software or your
applications and open your startup programs.
files.
SECONDARY MEMORY
Secondary memory
is computer memory that is
non-volatile, persistent and
not immediately accessible
by a computer or processor.
It allows users to store data
and information that can be
retrieved, transmitted, and
used by apps and services
quickly and easily.
EVOLUTION OF STORAGE
The evolution of storage
technologies in data centers
has been remarkable, from
the first HDDs in the 1950s to
the cutting-edge SSDs and
hybrid arrays of today. As
data centers continue to
play a vital role in our
digital age, businesses need
reliable and efficient
solutions to stay ahead.
PUNCH CARDS
Data is stored on the card by
punching holes, which
represent letters or
numbers, in specific column
locations that relate to the
information being recorded.
To read this data, the card
must be run through a
machine that can detect or
'sense' the location of the
holes.
MAGNETIC DRUMS
Magnetic drums, which
had fixed read/write heads
for each of many tracks on
the outside surface of a
rotating cylinder coated
with a ferromagnetic
material, were used for both
main and auxiliary memory in
the 1950s, although their
data access was serial.
MAGNETIC TAPE
Magnetic tape is one of the
oldest technologies for
electronic data storage.
While tape has largely been
displaced as a primary and
backup storage medium, it
remains well suited for
archiving because of its high
capacity, low cost and long
durability
HARD DISK DRIVE
A hard disk drive (HDD) is an
internal or external
computer component that
stores data, such as the
operating system,
applications, and user files.
HDDs are “non-volatile”
storage devices, meaning
they retain stored data even
when power isn't being
supplied.
FLOPPY DISK
The floppy disk drive, also
known as diskette, is a
removable magnetic storage
medium that allows recording
of data. IBM first introduced
it as a 8-in diskette in 1971. In
the middle of 1970s, a 5.25
diskette was introduced.
OPTICAL DISK
Optical disks rely on a red or
blue laser to record and
read data. Most of today's
optical disks are flat,
circular and 12 centimeters
in diameter. Data is stored on
the disk in the form of
microscopic data pits and
lands. The pits are etched
into a reflective layer of
recording material.
FLASH MEMORY
Flash memory is a long-life
and non-volatile storage chip
that is widely used in
embedded systems. It can keep
stored data and information
even when the power is off. It
can be electrically erased
and reprogrammed. Flash
memory was developed from
EEPROM (electronically
erasable programmable
read-only memory).
CLOUD STORAGE
Cloud Storage is a mode of
computer data storage in
which digital data is stored
on servers in off-site
locations. The servers are
maintained by a third-party
provider who is responsible
for hosting, managing, and
securing data stored on its
infrastructure.
DATA ANALYTICS
Data analytics help a
business optimize its
performance, perform more
efficiently, maximize profit,
or make more strategically-
guided decisions. The
techniques and processes of
data analytics have been
automated into mechanical
processes and algorithms
that work over raw data for
human consumption
BIG DATA
The definition of big data
is data that contains
greater variety, arriving in
increasing volumes and with
more velocity. This is also
known as the three Vs. Put
simply, big data is larger,
more complex data sets,
especially from new data
sources.
