Asked by Nicole Guerrero on May 02, 2024

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A ____ is a duplicate of content on a storage medium that you can use in case the original is lost,damaged,or destroyed.

A) platter
B) track
C) backup
D) head crash

Backup

The process of making a copy of data stored on a computer or server to protect against data loss.

Storage Medium

Any material or device that can be used to store data, such as a hard drive, solid-state drive, or optical disc.

Head Crash

A hardware malfunction in a hard disk drive when the read-write head comes into contact with the spinning disk surface, often resulting in data loss.

  • Comprehend the procedures associated with tasks related to computers, including the installation of software and the backup of data.
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Zybrea KnightMay 06, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
A backup is a duplicate copy of data or files that can be used to restore the original in case of loss, damage, or destruction. Platter, track, and head crash are all related to hard disk drives, but they do not fit the definition of a backup.