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constant angular velocity
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storage (CAV) A
disk driving scheme in which the
angularvelocity of the disk is kept constant. This means that the
writing the outer tracks. The disadvantage of this technique
is that the read/write speed varies from track to track.
However, as mechanical stability puts an upper limit on the
angular velocity (and not the linear velocity) this allows the
full potential of the drive is used.
(1998-03-27)