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Hard Drives: A hard drive is an essential component of both desktop and laptop computers, serving as the primary storage device for data, applications, and operating systems. As a subcategory of Computer Accessories, hard drives are available in various forms and capacities to cater to different user needs. External hard drives, which can be connected via USB or other interfaces, provide additional storage or backup solutions for computers and other devices such as Bluetooth Speakers. Internal hard drives come in two main types: Hard Disk Drives (HDD) and Solid-State Drives (SSD). HDDs use spinning disks and moving read/write heads to access data, while SSDs utilize flash memory, offering faster data transfer rates, silent operation, and better durability. When considering a hard drive, factors such as storage capacity, interface type (e.g., SATA, NVMe), form factor (2.5" or 3.5"), and rotational speed (for HDDs) should be taken into account to ensure the best performance and compatibility with your system.