01 July 2014. In this article we will describe some simple hard drive speed tests you can perform using your Linux system and command line tool hdparm. hdparm tool is an easy to use tool to quickly asses your hard drive's speed. When performing speed tests hdparm disregards files system currently in use as it writes to a raw device. The actual real read/write speed of your hard drive will be slightly slower and dependent on file system in use. In any case the hdparm should provide you with a solid overview of your hard drive's speed.
Fleas can indeed be the cause of bald patches in a cat's fur, as their biting activity can be relentless. A cat's constant discomfort and associated licking, chewing and tugging on her coat may cause sores and conspicuous hair loss.
Cats groom themselves a lot (up to half of the time theyâre awake). Too much can cause hair loss, wounds, skin sores, and infection. If your cat seems more interested in licking her fur than other activities like playing or eating, thatâs a red flag. Your cat could lose her fur because:1  She was born with a harmless skin condition. 2  Itâs a side effect of an easy-to-treat condition.llergies: Theyâre the top cause of hair loss. Like people, your cat can be allergic to food, insect bites, medicines, dust, or pollen. To ease the itch, sheâll lick her fur until there are bald spots.