Storage device types, interfaces and RAID

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Differentiate storage device types, including HDD, SSD, hybrid storage, optical media and flash-based removable storage, by performance, durability, capacity and use case.
Identify storage interfaces and form factors, including SATA, eSATA, NVMe, PCIe, M.2 and common external storage connection methods.
Compare SSD implementation details, including 2.5-inch SATA SSDs and M.2 devices using SATA or NVMe over PCIe, and select compatible options for a system.

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Evaluate storage solutions for desktops, laptops and external devices based on speed, resilience, cost per gigabyte and physical compatibility.

Interpret labeling, keying and connector details to distinguish internal versus external storage options and avoid selecting incompatible drives or interfaces.

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