Hard Disk Drives (HDD)

A Hard Disk Drive (HDD) is a data storage device that keeps your computer's information, such as files, programs, and operating systems, on physical spinning disks called platters. These platters are coated with a magnetic material, allowing data to be written and read using a moving read/write head that hovers closely above the spinning disks. HDDs are known for providing large storage capacity at a cost-effective price, though they are slower than newer solid-state drives (SSDs). They are commonly used in desktops, laptops, and servers for long-term data storage.