What is another word for magnetic disk?
Pronunciation: [maɡnˈɛtɪk dˈɪsk] (IPA) 
A magnetic disk is a type of storage device that uses a magnetic coating to store and retrieve data. It is also known as a hard disk drive (HDD), disk drive, or hard drive. Synonyms for magnetic disk include:
1. Hard disk: this term is used interchangeably with magnetic disk because both refer to the same type of device.
2. Fixed disk: this term is used to differentiate magnetic disks from removable disks, such as CDs or DVDs.
3. Winchester disk: this term is now obsolete, but originally referred to the first successful magnetic disk developed by IBM.
4. Magnetic media: this term encompasses all types of magnetic storage devices, including disks and tapes, that use magnetism to store data.
