Definition: Data block


A series of data elements handled as one unit. Typically a data block stored on disk is 512 bytes long (synonymous with sector). On tape the block size is normally greater and varies.




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Surface

The top or the bottom side of a platter coated with a magnetic material required recording data. A platter may use one or both surfaces to store data.

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