[Solved] Which option correctly describes a Solid State Drive (SSD)? — Ans: An SSD uses flash memory and has no moving parts. | Intro to Computing

Intro to Computing - How Hardware Works

Which option correctly describes a Solid State Drive (SSD)?

AAn SSD uses flash memory and has no moving parts.

BAn SSD uses spinning disks to store data.

CAn SSD is slower than an HDD.

DAn SSD loses data when power is off.

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Identify SSD storage method
SSDs store data using flash memory chips without any moving parts.
Step 2: Confirm data retention and speed
SSDs keep data without power and are faster than HDDs.
Final Answer:
An SSD uses flash memory and has no moving parts. -> Option A
Quick Check:
SSD = flash memory, no moving parts [OK]

Quick Trick: SSD = flash memory, no spinning disks [OK]

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