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Types of Hardware — Question 8

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Question 8

Give two ways in which a CD-ROM disc is different from a floppy disc.

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Two ways in which a CD-ROM disc is different from a floppy disc are:

  1. Storage capacity — CD-ROMs can hold around 700 MB of data, while floppy discs typically have a storage capacity ranging from 1.44 MB (3.5-inch) to 1.2 MB (5.25-inch).
  2. Durability and reliability — Floppy discs are susceptible to physical damage, data corruption, and magnetic interference. CD-ROMs, on the other hand, use optical technology, which makes them more resistant to physical damage and offers better data integrity over time.