storage

1. Flash Memory Storage

1.1. compactflash

1.2. secure digital

1.3. secure digital high capacity

1.4. microSD

1.5. microSDHC

1.6. xD picture card

1.7. memory stick

1.8. memory stick micro

2. Optical Discs

2.1. A CD-ROM

2.2. A CD-R

2.3. A CD-RW

2.4. A DVD-ROM

2.5. A Blu-ray Disc-ROM

2.6. DVD-RW

3. Hard Disks

3.1. capacity

3.2. platters

3.3. read/write heads

3.4. cylinders

3.5. sectors and tracks

3.6. revolutions per minutes

3.7. transfer rate

3.8. access time

4. Cloud Storage

4.1. Access files from any computer

4.2. Store large files instantaneously

4.3. Allow others to access their files

4.4. View time-critical data and images immediately

4.5. Store offsite backups

4.6. Provide data center functions

5. Other Types of Storage

5.1. tape

5.2. magnatic strip cards and smart cards

5.3. microfilm and microfiche

5.4. enterprice storage