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In this case, primary storage typically refers to random access memory (RAM), while secondary storage refers to the computer's internal hard drive. RAM, commonly called memory, is considered primary storage, since it stores data that is directly accessible by the computer's CPU.
Any sensible computer user will plan for two categories of storage. These will comprise the storage necessary to keep files internally on their computer, as well as those media required to back-up, transfer and archive data (as also explored in the security section).