How do hard drives work?

Oct 25, 2023 11:30:38 AM

Data is stored on a hard drive in binary code, using 1s and 0s. The information is spread out on the magnetic layer of the disk(s) and are read or written by the read heads that 'float' above the...

Aug 8, 2023 4:10:38 AM

External Drive Woes? Start Here Before Resorting to Drastic Measures

Losing access to your files is stressful, but try not to panic. There are a few things you can do before jumping straight to drastic recovery tactics. What to do first when your External Drive isn’t...

Sep 19, 2022 12:00:00 AM

Hard drive clicking: Causes and solutions

You desperately hope that sound is nothing important - but since when have weird noises brought welcomed news? That clicking is a sign that something is wrong with your hard drive. Worst case...

Apr 7, 2022 12:00:00 AM

Corrupted Hard Drive: How exactly does one deal with it?

When your hard drive is corrupted, it may seem impossible to retrieve the data. However, recovering data from a corrupted hard drive isn’t impossible if you have the right expertise. The first step...

Jan 7, 2022 12:00:00 AM

How to Tell if a Hard Drive is Failing

More of us are using hard drives to store and back up our data than ever before. The lifespans of hard drives can vary between devices, but they will all fail at some point. Some fail suddenly...

Dec 20, 2021 12:00:00 AM

Common Hard Drive Error Codes

If you’ve ever experienced hard drive failure, you’re aware of how quickly the resulting data loss can occur. Understanding the specific type of failure your hard drive is experiencing not only helps...

Oct 21, 2021 12:00:00 AM

Hard Drive Failures vs. Solid-State and Flash Failures

We’ve examined the proper way to assess your data loss situation at the onset and the differences between logical data loss and physical data loss. Now, we’ll discuss the different types of damage...

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