Definition: Byte


A byte is a series of 8 bits. Also called a Octet. A byte is able to store one character. Computer storage space is measured in bytes.




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Seek

The movement of a set of read/write heads to a desired location. The actuator moves the heads to the cylinder containing the track and sector where the data is stored.

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