Topic: Storage devices and storing data
PRESENTED BY:
AHMAD ARIF-128
MUHAMMAD HASEEB-153
UZAIR KHALID-154
RAJAB NASIR-188
MUHAMMAD ALI-189
PRSENTED TO:
SHAHZAD ALI
Storage Devices
• storage devices are hardware
components that are used to
store and retrieve digital data
on a computer system. There
are many different types of
storage devices, each with
their own advantages and
limitations. Here's an overview
of some common types of
storage devices and their
uses:
USB
• USB Flash Drives: USB flash drives are small, portable
storage devices that plug into a USB port on a computer.
They are widely used for transferring files between
computers and for storing small amounts of data like
documents and photos.
Memory Cards
• Memory Cards: Memory cards
are small, removable storage
devices commonly used in
digital cameras, smartphones,
and other portable devices.
They come in different sizes
and storage capacities, ranging
from a few gigabytes to
hundreds of gigabytes, and can
be used to store photos,
videos, and other types of data.
MAGNETIC STORAGE DEVICES
• Introduction: Magnetic storage
devices have been the primary
storage technology for computers
and other devices for several
decades. These devices use
magnetic fields to read and write
data to a spinning disk or tape. In
this presentation, we will provide an
overview of magnetic storage
devices, including how they work,
their advantages and disadvantages,
and the different types available.
How Magnetic Storage Devices Work
1. Magnetic storage devices use a spinning disk or tape coated with a
magnetic material
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1s and 0s
3.A read/write head moves over the surface of the disk or tape to read or
write data
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magnetic regions on the disk or tape
Advantages of Magnetic Storage Devices
• Magnetic storage devices have large storage
capacities and are relatively inexpensive compared to
solid-state devices
• They are also widely compatible with different systems
and devices
• Magnetic storage devices have been in use for a long
time, so there is a lot of experience and expertise in
their design and maintenance
Disadvantages of Magnetic Storage Devices
• They are slower than solid-state devices and are more
prone to mechanical failure
• Magnetic storage devices are more susceptible to
damage from magnets or other magnetic fields
• They are also more susceptible to data corruption or
loss due to environmental factors like temperature or
humidity
Types of Magnetic Storage Devices
• Hard Disk Drives (HDDs): These are the most common
type of magnetic storage device used in computers
• Floppy disks: These were popular in the past, but are
now mostly obsolete
• Magnetic tapes: These are still used for long-term data
storage and backup in some industries
OPTICAL STORAGE DEVICES
• optical storage, electronic storage medium
that uses low-power laser beams to record
and retrieve digital (binary) data.
• These devices are used to read and write
data.
• Storage capacity of cd is 700 mb.
• Structure of optical disc
• Label layer
• Protection layer
• Data layer(reflection layer)
• Protection layer(transparent polycarbonate)
• Data layer consists of pits and lands
TYPES OF CD
• TYPES OF CD
• There are three types of cds
• CD (ROM)
• Cd ROM is read only memory it not write or delete data.
• CD.R
• Only one time writeable
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• Whenever we want we write or delete data.
DVD
• DVD
• The DVD (common abbreviation for Digital Video Disc or Digital
Versatile Disc) is a digital optical disc data storage format. It was
invented and developed in 1995 and first released on November 1,
1996, in Japan. The medium can store any kind of digital data and has
been widely used for video programs (watched using DVD players) or
formerly for storing software and other computer files as well. DVDs
offer significantly higher storage capacity than compact discs (CD) while
having the same dimensions. A standard DVD can store up to 4.7 GB of
storage, while variants can store up to a maximum of 17.08 GB.
BLU-RAY
• BLUE RAY
• Blue ray disc uses a blue laser with a wavelengt of 405nm
to read and write data
• They can store 25 gb of data move than 5 minutes
• more than 5 times as such as a DVD.
SOLID STORAGE DEVICES
• Introduction:
• Solid storage devices, also known as solid-state drives
(SSDs), have become increasingly popular in recent
years due to their superior performance, reliability, and
durability. Unlike traditional hard disk drives (HDDs) which
use spinning platters and read/write heads to access
data, SSDs use NAND flash memory to store data. In this
presentation, we will provide a comprehensive overview
of solid storage devices.
Types of Solid Storage Devices
• SATA SSDs: These are the most common type of SSD and use
the same interface as traditional HDDs
• NVMe SSDs: These are high-performance SSDs that use a
different interface that allows for faster data transfer rates
• M.2 SSDs: These are small, compact SSDs that are often used in
laptops and other mobile devices
• PCIe SSDs: These are high-performance SSDs that connect to a
computer's PCIe slot
How Solid Storage Devices Work
• SSDs use NAND flash memory to store data
• NAND flash memory is non-volatile, meaning it retains
data even when there is no power
• SSDs access data through a controller that manages the
NAND flash memory
• SSDs use wear-leveling algorithms to evenly distribute
writes across the memory cells, which increases the
lifespan of the device
Advantages of Solid Storage Devices
• SSDs have faster read and write speeds than traditional HDDs
• SSDs are more reliable than HDDs because they have no moving
parts
• SSDs use less power than HDDs, which can extend battery life in
laptops and other devices
• SSDs are more durable than HDDs because they can withstand
shocks and vibrations without causing damage to the device
Cloud storage
• Cloud storage is a way of storing and accessing data over
the internet, rather than on a local computer or storage
device. This allows users to access their files from
anywhere with an internet connection, and also enables
easy sharing and collaboration with others.
Cloud storage
FOR EXAMPLE
• IDrive. A secure way to store your photos online. .
• Google Drive and Google Photos. A powerful cloud
storage service. ...
• Dropbox. Flexible image storage in the cloud. ...
• Microsoft OneDrive. Strikes a balance between
functionality and affordability.
Cloud storage
BENEFITS
• Can access their files from any device, anywhere in the
world
• No need to carry around a physical storage device like a
USB drive or external hard drive
• Automatic backups and synchronization
• Scalability
• Many platforms
Cloud storage
RISKS
• Possibility of data breaches and loss of privacy
• The risk of service downtime
• Data loss in case of a server failure.
Cloud storage
CONCLUSION
• Overall, cloud storage is a convenient and flexible way to
store and access data, but users should be aware of the
potential risks and take steps to protect their data and
privacy.
Data backup and recovery
• Data backup and recovery is the process of creating
copies of important data and storing them in a secure
location, so that they can be recovered in case of a
system failure, data loss, or other disaster. This is an
essential practice for individuals and businesses alike, as
it helps to ensure that critical data is not lost forever.
Data backup and recovery
Several different types of backup methods
• Full backups
• Incremental backups
• Differential backups
• Mirror backup
• Continuous backup
• Cloud backup
Data backup and recovery
• Full backup: A full backup creates a complete copy of all data
on a device or system. This is the most comprehensive type of
backup, but it can take a long time to complete and requires a
large amount of storage space.
• Incremental backup: An incremental backup only copies files
that have changed since the last backup, which reduces the time
and storage required compared to a full backup. However,
restoring data from an incremental backup may take longer, as
multiple backups may need to be restored.
Data backup and recovery
• Differential backup: A differential backup only copies files that
have changed since the last full backup. This reduces the time and
storage required compared to a full backup, and makes restoring
data faster than with an incremental backup. However, differential
backups may take longer to complete than incremental backups.
• Mirror backup: A mirror backup creates an exact copy of data on
another device or system, so that the two copies are always
identical. This is useful for creating redundant copies of data, but
can be time-consuming and may require a lot of storage space.
Data backup and recovery
• Continuous backup: Continuous backup is a type of
backup that constantly copies changes to data in real-
time. This ensures that the backup is always up-to-date,
but can require a lot of processing power and may slow
down the system being backed up.
• Cloud backup: Cloud backup is a type of backup that
stores data in a cloud-based storage system, rather than
on a physical device. This provides the benefits of off-site
backup and recovery, but requires an internet connection
to access data.
Data backup and recovery
• The choice of backup method will depend on factors such
as the amount of data to be backed up, the frequency of
backups, the amount of storage space available, and the
speed of backup and recovery needed. Bottom of Form
Data backup and recovery
• It's important to regularly test backups and recovery
procedures, to ensure that they work as intended in case
of an emergency. This may involve conducting mock
disaster scenarios or restoring data from backups to
ensure that the data can be recovered successfully.