Storage & Hardware Acronyms
Delhi Police Exams
Understanding storage and hardware acronyms is crucial for the Delhi Police Computer Knowledge section. These terms form the foundation of computer fundamentals and frequently appear in MCQs. Let's explore the essential hardware acronyms that every aspirant must know.
Common Storage & Hardware Acronyms
| Acronym | Full Form | Meaning / Use |
|---|---|---|
| SSD | Solid State Drive | Faster storage device using flash memory |
| HDD | Hard Disk Drive | Traditional magnetic storage device |
| USB | Universal Serial Bus | Standard interface to connect devices |
| RAM | Random Access Memory | Temporary memory for running programs |
| ROM | Read Only Memory | Permanent memory storing essential instructions |
| CD | Compact Disc | Optical storage medium for data/music |
| DVD | Digital Versatile Disc | Higher capacity optical storage |
| Blu-ray | Blu-ray Disc | High-capacity optical storage for HD video |
| SD Card | Secure Digital Card | Portable flash storage for cameras, phones |
| NIC | Network Interface Card | Hardware that connects a computer to a network |
Tip: Focus on understanding the practical differences between storage types and hardware components
Practice Questions (Delhi Police PYQ-style)
What is the full form of SSD?
Options: (a) Solid State Disk (b) Solid State Drive (c) Single Storage Drive (d) System Storage Device
Category: Storage Devices
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Solid State Drive
Which of these is a traditional magnetic storage device?
Options: (a) SSD (b) HDD (c) USB (d) RAM
Category: Storage Types
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HDD
RAM is used for:
Options: (a) Permanent storage (b) Temporary storage while programs run (c) Storing images only (d) Storing BIOS settings
Category: Memory Types
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Temporary storage while programs run
Mini Practical Task: Storage & Hardware Table
Task Instructions:
Create a 3-column table:
Color Coding:
Pro Tip:
- Revise the table 5 times before your exam
- Try drawing arrows showing RAM ↔ CPU ↔ Storage for memory flow understanding
- Save the file as Storage_Hardware_Acronyms.docx
Quick Recap & Tricks
Key Comparisons:
SSD > HDD in speed
RAM is temporary, ROM/HDD is permanent
GPU = graphics, CPU = brain
Memory Trick:
"Some Happy Users Really Need Good Central Power Blocks"
SSD → HDD → USB → RAM → NIC → GPU → CPU → PSU → BIOS
USB = connector
NIC = network access
BIOS = starts computer
PSU = powers computer
CD/DVD/Blu-ray/SD = portable storage
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