Asked by Mauricio Davila on Jul 29, 2024

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Which of the following is not true about external hard drives?

A) They have smaller capacity than internal drives.
B) They connect to the computer through a port.
C) They function just like internal hard drives.
D) They can have a capacity of up to 8 TBs or more.

External Hard Drives

Portable storage devices used to backup or extend the storage capacity of a computer or device.

Port

An interface through which external devices are connected to the computer.

Capacity

The ability or volume that something can contain or produce, often used in contexts like storage, processing power, or physical space.

  • Acquire knowledge about the diverse categories of computer storage and their distinct features.
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Emmanuel AbastaAug 03, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
External hard drives can have capacities that are comparable to or even exceed those of internal drives, with many models offering storage capacities well beyond 8 TB. This makes the statement that they have smaller capacity than internal drives incorrect.