Direct access storage device (DASD)
nouncandidate·updated May 9, 2026
A magnetic disk storage device historically used in mainframe environments. DASD may also include hard drives used in personal computers.
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- A magnetic disk storage device historically used in mainframe environments. DASD may also include hard drives used in personal computers.