System Memory

Question 1

cache

Answer 1

high speed memory

Question 2

what memory does processor use first

Answer 2

cache memory since it’s faster

Question 3

storage

Answer 3

mass storage devices that hold more data but slower than cache

Question 4

RAM

Answer 4

temp storage area/non-persistent storage
- dynamic
- SSD

Question 5

addressing memory

Answer 5

processor reaching files inside RAM

Question 6

dual data rate

Answer 6

most common type of memory used in most recent systems

Question 7

throughput

Answer 7

calculated based on bus speed and width of data bus

Question 8

non-parity memory

Answer 8

standard memory that does not check for errors and allows data to be put in or taken out
- cheap, higher speed

Question 9

parity memory

Answer 9

performs basic error checking and ensures reliability
- slower

Question 10

ecc

Answer 10

error correcting code
- high end workstations/servers

Question 11

virtual memory

Answer 11

space on hard drive allocated by OS pretends to be memory
- page file (windows)
- swap space (linux/mac)