internal storage
Device's onboard memory
Internal storage is the built-in memory capacity of a device, as opposed to removable media like SD cards or external drives.
On smartphones and computers, internal storage holds the operating system, applications, and user files: My phone's internal storage is almost full.
The term distinguishes permanent, non-removable storage from external or cloud-based alternatives.
- memoryMind's retention capacity
- hard driveComputer's internal storage device
- hard disk driveMagnetic spinning storage device
- SSDChip-based storage device
- flashBrief burst of light
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internal storageexternal storage
Data saved outside computer
cloud storage · cloud · external hard drive · external drive · SD card
internal storageremovable storage
Detachable data-holding hardware
portable storage · memory card · SD card · microSD · USB stick
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