Asked by Samantha Batchelder on Jul 27, 2024
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The 5.25 floppy disk was a significant advancement because ________.
A) it had a hard protective case
B) they were readily available
C) it facilitated saving programs and development of operating systems
D) they were on every personal computer
Floppy Disk
A type of disk storage composed of a disk of thin and flexible magnetic storage medium, used for storing data.
- Gain insight into the progression of storage mechanisms and its effects on software engineering.
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PK
Poornima KarunathilakaAug 02, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The 5.25 floppy disk significantly advanced computing by facilitating the saving of programs and the development of operating systems, allowing for easier distribution, storage, and loading of software.
Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the progression of storage mechanisms and its effects on software engineering.
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