drive

drive definition - computer

(1) An electromechanical device that contains and reads and writes magnetic disks, optical discs or magnetic tapes. See magnetic disk, optical disc and magnetic tape.

(2) A solid state flash drive that contains no moving parts. See USB drive.

(3) To provide power and signals to a device. For example, "this control unit can drive up to 15 terminals."



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