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What is the classification of zip drive?

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A classical Zip drive is a magnetic mass storage device, similar in design to a floppy disk. However, it can store far more data, some over 600 MB. Nowadays, the name "Zip" can also refer to one of several other devices made by Iomega, such as CD drives and hard drives.

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