Each available drive has its own unique features and functionality. The magnetic disk drive is well known and widely utilized in all storage device markets. Since the inception of the magnetic disk drive into the PC market its popularity and noteworthiness is common in most businesses and many households by providing the backbone of the users requirements. It provides adequate speed, storage capacity, performance and reliability. Faster data retrieval, reliable data management and media compatibility are just a few items that makes the magneto-optical drive so popular.
Removable media allows for the proper handling and storage of classified or sensitive information.
These drives can remain functional in temperatures as high as 70 degrees Celsius. With lower cost per megabyte, magneto-optical drives are popular in many business applications. The CD-ROM drive is most popular for its compatibility with most software platforms, as well as low cost factor. CD-ROM drives are relatively fast, allow storage of large, high density data, permit easy access for multimedia applications, and allow for easy installation for system expansion. Tape drives are compatible with many software platforms and very useful when backup storage capability is required.