... attempt. Magnetic Disk A magnetic disk is a rotating circular plate that has a magnetized surface on which information may be stored as a pattern of "polarized spots" or tracks, such as a CD or a DVD (Records Management of Australia). These plates are then stacked into disk drives and may be either removable or non-removable. Although it is an easy way to store images, it ... , like a CD or DVD, can be easily scratched and ruined. Magnetic Tape Technically, magnetic tape is a plastic, paper, or metal tape that is coated with iron oxide on which information is stored as a patter ... is a...

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