Primary & Secondary Storage (OCR GCSE Computer Science): Flashcards
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Alternative name for primary storage
Alternative name for primary storage
Main memory
RAM acronym meaning
RAM acronym meaning
Random Access Memory
ROM acronym meaning
ROM acronym meaning
Read-Only Memory
RAM's purpose
RAM's purpose
Stores data & programs currently being used
ROM's purpose
ROM's purpose
Stores boot program/startup instructions
RAM volatility type
RAM volatility type
Volatile (data lost when power off)
ROM volatility type
ROM volatility type
Non-volatile (data kept when power off)
Typical starting RAM size in computers
Typical starting RAM size in computers
4GB
Typical ROM size needed
Typical ROM size needed
MB (megabytes)
Can RAM be changed by computer?
Can RAM be changed by computer?
Yes, at any time
Can ROM be changed after manufacture?
Can ROM be changed after manufacture?
No, cannot normally be changed
Benefit of having more RAM
Benefit of having more RAM
More multitasking/programs run simultaneously