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Storage types and examples - Coggle Diagram
Storage types and examples
Primary Storage Devices
It is also known as internal memory and main memory. This is a section of the CPU that holds program instructions, input data, and intermediate results. It is generally smaller in size.
ROM
RAM
Secondary Storage Devices
Secondary storage is a memory that is stored external to the computer. It is mainly used for the permanent and long-term storage of programs and data.
Flash Memory Device
Memory stick
SSD – Solid State Drive
Memory card
USB flash drive, jump drive or thumb drive
Online and Cloud
Cloud storage
Network media
Optical Storage Device
CD-ROM disc
CD-R and CD-RW disc
Blu-ray disc
Paper Storage
OMR
Punch card
Magnetic Storage Device
Super disk
Cassette tape
Magnetic strip
Zip diskette
Hard drive
Floppy diskette