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In computer science, Data backup refers to which of the following?

Difficulty: Easy

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This Easy Memory & Storage question asks: In computer science, Data backup refers to which of the following? The correct choice is C. A copy of data stored separately from the original, used to restore information in case of loss or damage.. Read the options below, commit to one, then use the explanation to see why that choice holds and why the others do not.

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Correct answer

C. A copy of data stored separately from the original, used to restore information in case of loss or damage.

Explanation

A copy of data stored separately from the original used to restore information in case of loss or damage option C is the accepted answer to In computer science Data backup refers to which of the following Option A The fastest and smallest storage tier in a computer located directly inside the CPU does not fit this question Option B A type of non-volatile memory that can be electrically erased and reprogrammed in small blocks does not fit this question Option D A storage device that uses integrated circuits to store data persistently with no moving mechanical parts does not fit this question For this Memory Storage question the accepted.

Source: Memory & Storage Official Reference Guide

Tags: computer science, memory, storage, computer hardware

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