A backup storage device is a hardware component that stores duplicate copies of data. This type of auxiliary storage hardware is typically used to back up data that resides in primary storage. If ...

Persistent storage is any data storage device that retains data after power to that device is shut off. It is also sometimes referred to as non-volatile storage. For the most part, storage persistence ...

A storage device that can hold data. All storage devices are "writable," meaning that they can record binary data. See storage device. THIS DEFINITION IS FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. All other reproduction ...