Revised and updated, this self-contained introduction provides engineers and computer professionals with the basic tools, concepts and understanding of digital magnetic recording and data storage for disk and tape drives. Coverage includes a brief history of magnetic recording, an overview of alternative technologies including optical disk storage, a review of the relevant principles of magnetics, reading and recording data and major components including magnetic heads and storage media.
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Revised and updated, this self-contained introduction provides engineers and computer professionals with the basic tools, concepts and understanding of digital magnetic recording and data storage for disk and tape drives. Coverage includes a brief history of magnetic recording, an overview of alternative technologies including optical disk storage, a review of the relevant principles of magnetics, reading and recording data and major components including magnetic heads and storage media.
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