noun
A device that reads data stored on magnetic tape and writes data onto the tape for storage.
tape drive
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Noun
(plural tape drives)
- (computing, archaic) A cassette drive.
- (computing, archaic) A reel-to-reel tape machine for computers.
- (computing) A tape cartridge interface for computers that reads and/or writes to a tape.
- A drive mechanism that is used to traverse a tape.
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tape drive - Computer Definition
A physical unit that holds, reads and writes the magnetic tape. See magnetic tape.
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