Sata

/ˈsɑːtə/ noun

Definition

Serial Advanced Technology Attachment, a computer interface standard for connecting storage devices

Etymology

Acronym formed in early 2000s from Serial Advanced Technology Attachment

Kelly Says

SATA revolutionized computer storage by replacing the bulky ribbon cables of old IDE drives with sleek, thin cables that improved airflow in computers.

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