3.2 System Memory Flashcards
1
Q
Cache
A
High-speed memory. Faster than RAM
2
Q
Storage
A
Mass storage device that holds more data but it’s slower than a cache
3
Q
Mass storage devices
A
Permanent storage area
4
Q
Random Access Memory (RAM)
A
Temporary storage area/non-persistent storage
5
Q
Disk Cache
A
Pulls the files from the disc into the memory and replaces the old file
6
Q
Mechanical system uses…
A
an electronic system that can access the RAM with instant speed
7
Q
Addressing Memory
A
Processor reaching the files inside the RAM
8
Q
32-bit (x86) can access up to how many address locations?
A
4 billion address locations (4GB of data) a 32-bit processor can only support up to 4GB of Ram
9
Q
64-bit (x64) can access up to how many address locations?
A
184 quintillion address locations (16 EB of data)
