37. Pearson Edexcel GCSE (1CP2) Topic 3A The need for secondary storage
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EDEXCEL 1CP2 Specification Reference - Topic 3A: 3.1.1 - 3.1.3
This video explains why a computer needs secondary storage, and explains what is meant by primary and tertiary storage.
Don't forget, whenever the blue note icon appears in the corner of the screen, that is your cue to take notes about the content being shown on the current slide.
00:00 The need for secondary storage
00:07 Intro
00:12 Secondary storage
01:23 Functions of the hard drive
02:48 Recap
03:11 Outro
Last updated: 23.07.25
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