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write protect
A mode that restricts erasing or editing a disk file. See file protection.
(storage)write protect - A feature of certain removable media storage devices that tells the system whether or not it should allow the data on the media to be modified. Write protecting an item of media prevents accidental overwriting of valuable data.

For example, the write protect tab on a 3.5-inch floppy disks is a small sliding plastic square that can either cover or expose a hole near the edge of the disk cover. The drive wil only allow the disk to be written to if the hole is closed.


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Here are some of the probable causes of Write Protect errors and their possible solutions: o The use of certain computer software: Sometimes, when saving work from software applications, saving options may cause the automatic actuation of write protection.
As an added feature, the 24VL014, 24VL024 and 24VL025 can be ordered with a full-array write protect, while the 24VL014H and 24VL024H devices support a half-array write protect.
Key Family Features -- Highest Speed Performance - 10MHz: 1kbit through 64kbit densities - 5MHz: 128kbit and 256kbit densities -- Versatile 3-bit Block and Write Protection - 10MHz: 1kbit through 64kbit densities -- Standard and Improved 2-bit Block Protection - Standard 2-bit block protection - Enhanced 2-bit block protection with software write protect enable -- Broadest Operating Voltage Range: 1.
 
 
 
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