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💻 Electronics term
SSD
Solid-state drive: fast storage with no moving parts. It makes start-up and loading much quicker than an older hard disk.
Why it matters
An SSD is one of the biggest upgrades for speed, making start-up, loading and file transfers much quicker.
🇸🇬 In Singapore
Replacing an old hard drive with an SSD is one of the most cost-effective ways to speed up an older PC. When you replace drives, wipe your data first and recycle old storage at an NEA e-waste point.
Tips before you buy
- Choose enough capacity for your games and files.
- Pair a fast SSD with a larger hard drive for storage.
- Avoid older machines with only a hard drive unless you will upgrade.
Sources: NEA: Where to recycle e-waste