RAM Flashcards
1
Q
What does RAM stand for?
A
Random access memory
2
Q
What is used as the main memory in a computer?
A
RAM
3
Q
RAM is v……e
A
Volatile
4
Q
Can RAM be read or written to or both?
A
It can be read and written to
5
Q
What is volatile memory?
A
Temporary memory, requires power to keep its data
6
Q
What is non-volatile memory?
A
Permanent memory, it keeps its contents when it has no power
7
Q
Where is data, files and programs stored while they are being used.
A
Main memory or RAM
8
Q
When a computer boots up the operating system is copied from where to where?
A
Secondary storage to RAM
9
Q
Is RAM slower or faster than CPU cache?
A
slower
10
Q
Is RAM slower or faster than secondary storage?
A
Way faster
