Mobile DevicesQuestion 45 of 100
Which storage type is used in most modern laptops due to durability and speed?
a.Solid-state drive (M.2 or SATA)
b.5400 RPM hard drive
c.Optical drive
d.Tape drive
Explanation
Modern laptops favor SSDs for their speed, low power draw, and resistance to shock from movement. Spinning drives, optical, and tape are largely obsolete in current portable designs.
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