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Storage
What is computer storage?
Storage is where your computer saves apps, files, and all the data it needs to work, including the operating system. There are a few kinds of storage to choose from, and they all come in different sizes. Some start up and load apps really fast, while others have lots of space for saving big files.
Storage Type
Computers use storage to save all your data, and there are a few different kinds to choose from. Hard disk drives (HDD) are a good choice if you have a ton of files, while solid state drives (SSD) are the fastest. SSHDs are the best of both worlds, and eMMCs are found in portable devices.
Storage Capacity
Different types of storage have different amounts of space for saving your data – the higher the capacity, the more files you can keep. Most computers usually have between 256GB to 1TB. Budget laptops are closer to 128GB on average, while high-spec gaming rigs can go up to 2TB or more.
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eMMC
eMMC storage is designed to save most of your files online through a cloud service. That means you’ll have enough space for the essentials like apps plus a few photos, with everything else ready to download wherever you have an internet connection.
Chromebook LaptopSSD
Solid-state drives are the fastest type of storage you can get. They cost a bit more, but your computer will start almost instantly. They’re a great choice for gamers, or if you’re working with 4K videos. They also don’t have any moving parts, so they’ll last a lot longer than some other models.
Desktops Laptops Gaming LaptopsSSHD
SSHDs are a clever mix of a large hard disk drive and a speedy solid-state drive, so you get the best of both worlds. That means you get lots of room for saving apps and files, and it’ll load everything quickly too.
FAQs
- How do I increase the storage of my laptop?
There are a few things you can do to free up more memory on your laptop. First, go through your apps and get rid of any you don’t use, they’re taking up valuable real estate. You can also run the Disk Cleanup option from the settings menu, which removes any unwanted leftover data. Lastly, grab a removeable storage device like an external hard drive, a USB stick, or an SD card and move some of your files over to it.
- How much storage does my laptop need?
It depends on what you use your laptop for and what kind of laptop it is. For basic jobs like web browsing and email, a 64GB or 128GB model will be enough. If you want to have loads of apps and photos, there are 256GB and 512GB versions available. And for gaming on the go, you’ll want at least 1TB of storage to install your fave titles.
- What is primary storage?
Primary storage is any bit of hardware that your laptop uses to access the data it needs to complete tasks. This includes things like RAM and flash memory, and helps your computer work properly when you’re using it.
- What is computer memory?
Your computer uses memory to store any data it needs to access quickly to complete certain jobs. For example, when you open an app some of the data needed to run it is stored in your computer’s RAM until you’ve finished.
- What’s the difference between memory and storage?
Memory is where your computer stores data temporarily when you run an app. Storage is where files like documents, photos and music are saved, as well as the installation files for the apps you use.
- Why do computers need secondary storage?
Computers need secondary storage to save your personal files like documents and photos, as well as the installation data for your apps.
- What does memory do in a computer?
A computer’s memory is where it temporarily stores the data an app needs to run properly.
