Definition: Partition


A way to logically divide a hard drive so that an operating system treats each partition as a separate hard drive. Each partition has a unique drive letter.




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IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics)

A type of drive where the interface controller electronics are incorporated into the design of the hard drive rather than as a separate controller.

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