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Name and explain the two main divisions of computer storage.

Name and explain the two main divisions of computer storage.

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sharon
i). Primary (main) storage.
This is the storage found within the computer itself. It is used to hold data, programs &
instructions required immediately (or currently being used) by the Processor.
Examples: Random Access Memory (RAM) & Read Only Memory (ROM).

ii). Secondary (Backing) storage.
It is used by the computer to store backup information that is not needed immediately by the
Processor. It is also used by the computer to supplement the computer’s main memory/
internal memory in case of mass storage purposes.
Secondary storage units provide permanent data storage facilities. They allow large
quantities of information to be stored permanently on some form of magnetic media such
Magnetic tapes or disks.
sharon kalunda answered the question on April 16, 2019 at 08:01

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