OCR GCSE SLR1.3 The need for secondary storage This video explains why a computer needs secondary storage, and explains what is meant by primary and tertiary storage. Also in this topic... OCR GCSE SLR1.3 Data capacity and calculation of data capacity requirements OCR GCSE SLR1.3 Common Types of Storage OCR GCSE SLR1.3 Suitable storage devices and storage media for a given application