What does the speed of the rotation of an HDD's platter allow for?

The speed of the rotation of an HDD's platter significantly impacts the performance of the drive in terms of reading and writing data. A higher RPM (revolutions per minute) means that the read/write heads can access data stored on the platter more quickly. This results in shorter wait times for data retrieval and improved overall throughput when transferring data to and from the HDD.

Essentially, when the platter spins faster, the time taken for the read/write heads to move to the desired location on the disk is reduced, allowing for rapid access to information stored on the drive. This increase in speed directly correlates with faster data reading and writing capabilities, which is crucial for tasks that require quick access to large volumes of data, such as video editing or gaming.