CT2 Flashcards
1
Q
What does RAM stand for?
A
Random Access Memory
2
Q
What does ROM stand for?
A
Read Only Memory
3
Q
What are the features or RAM?
A
- Short-term memory
- Volatile
- Open applications (currently running instructions)
- Can add more ram
4
Q
What are the features of ROM?
A
- Long-term memory
- Non-volatile
- Boot Strap loader
- Cannot add more tom: have to buy a new computer
5
Q
What are the features of Primary Storage?
A
- Used to store programs and data that are used currently.
- Is much quicker to access than secondary storage
- Is volatile (except ROM)
6
Q
What is some examples of Primary Storage?
A
RAM
ROM
Cache
7
Q
What are the features of Secondary Storage?
A
- Used to store all programs and data for a computer system- long term
- Is much slower to access than primary storage
- Exists in much larger quantities than primary storage
- Is non-volatile
8
Q
What is some examples of Secondary Storage?
A
Hard Disks
Solid State Devices
CD-ROM’s
9
Q
What are some types of Secondary Storage?
A
- Optical
- Magnetic
- Solid-State
10
Q
What are some characteristics of Secondary Storage?
A
- Capacity
- Cost
- Durability
- Portability
- Speed
11
Q
What are some examples of Optical?
A
- CD-R
- RW
- DVD-R
- RW
- Blue-ray
12
Q
What are some examples of Magnetic?
A
- Hard Disk Drive
- Tape
13
Q
What are some examples of Solid-State?
A
- SSP
- Memory Stick
- Flash memory card
14
Q
What are the characteristics of Optical Secondary Storage?
A
- Low capacity compared to other types of storage
- Slower access speeds
- Thin, lightweight and portable
15
Q
What are the characteristics of Magnetic Secondary Storage?
A
- High storage capacity
- Faster access speed than optical
- Has moving parts that will eventually fail
