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nautica902

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How is data stored?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Explain the binary system that computers use to store, record, and manipulate data.
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

Data is stored by means of CDs, DVDs, hard drives, or flash drives.

Answer to Question 2

The binary system contains only two digits, 0 and 1. Binary means two parts or components. One bit is
equal to one digit, one number, or a yes/no answer.




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