Computer Science Illuminated
Computer Science Illuminated
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ISBN: 9781284155617
Author: Nell Dale, John Lewis
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
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Chapter 5, Problem 29E

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RPM:

  • RPM stands for Revolutions Per Minute.
  • It is used for measuring frequency when the disk is rotated.
  • Data will only be accessed once the reading head is over the information.

RPM in terms of disk speed:

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