[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Storage

TRIM

A command that tells an SSD which blocks are unused so it can erase them.

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

TRIM — A command that tells an SSD which blocks are unused so it can erase them.

See also: random read, random write.

Where TRIM Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is TRIM?

A command that tells an SSD which blocks are unused so it can erase them.

What terms are related to TRIM?

Related Storage terms include random read, random write.

Related Technical Terms

random read
Reading small scattered files, important for app loading. Storage
random write
Writing many small, scattered files, the workload where SSD quality shows most. Storage
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