| Type | Advantage | Disadvantage | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Floppy Disk | Direct Access Removable Read-Write (R/W) |
Limited Capacity Relatively Slow Direct Access |
Slow Sequential Access |
| Hard Disk | High Capacity Fastest Direct Access Read-Write (R/W) |
Limited Capacity Not Removable |
Store Programs and Data |
| CD-ROM | High Capacity Removable Direct Access |
Direct Access Read Only |
Entertainment Software and Reference Material |
| Magnetic Tape | High Capacity Inexpensive Read-Write (R/W) |
Slow Sequential Access | Back-up Programs and Data |
