0
A hard disk is used for permanent data storage. The alternative is RAM which is used for temporary data storage. The difference is that data stored on the hard disk is retained when the computer is powered off, whereas the data stored in RAM is lost.
The Non volatile storage and retrieval of data.
Wiki User
∙ 13y ago
Wiki User
∙ 10y agoAnswer: Hard drives are classed as the main storage areas of a computer and these retain data after the machines is closed down.
Answer: To store data - any kind of information: your documents, images, downloaded movies, etc. Whenever you write a document (for example, in MS-Word or Excel) and save it, it is stored on your hard disk. Or on some other storage device, for example, a USB drive.
Wiki User
∙ 12y agoTo store EVERYTHING on your computer (Documents, music, videos, pictures)
Wiki User
∙ 12y agoA hard drive is used every time the computer is turned on. It stores the O/S, installed applications and stores all data.
Wiki User
∙ 11y agoAdd your answer:
Earn +20 pts
What is the use of the hard drive?
All computers use a hard drive to store programs and files.
What is the use of the hard drive in the computer?
Information is written, and read from the hard drive.
Do downloaded programs use Hard Drive or RAM space?
It uses Hard Drive
Can you use an older model 360 hard drive on new model 360 hard drive?
There are videos on youtube which tell you how to convert your old hard drive into a new hard drive.
Can you use a hard drive for all PC?
yes you can but most modems already have a hard drive in them
Is it possible to use a PlayStation 2 as an external hard drive for a PC?
No. However, if you remove the hard drive, it can be used as a regular hard drive in a computer.
What can you use for an protective hard drive that will house and protect a hard drive outside the computer case?
Dock
If a hard drive is too small to physically fit snugly into the drive bay?
You can use the universal kit to sexly fit the hard drive into the drive bay.
What is hard drive configuration and controllers?
The hard drive controllers are SATA, IDE, and EIDE. The hard drive configuration tells the computer what drive controller to use and how to store the information and where to store the information.
How do you know the hard drive is in use on a computer?
By its in-use-lite
Can you use a external hard drive with an Iphone?
Yes! Well No, Well Sorta! Direct connection = No However, if you have an external hard-drive on your wifi network, or if you want to use the hard-drive on your laptop then YES! FileShare™ will do this for you.
What is the use of a hard drives?
All computers use a hard drive to store programs and files.
