Definition: Data block


A series of data elements handled as one unit. Typically a data block stored on disk is 512 bytes long (synonymous with sector). On tape the block size is normally greater and varies.




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Disk: Concentric circles where the data is stored, divided into sectors. Tape: The tracks of the tape prepared for storage of data, divided into blocks. See format.

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