computer memory

computer memory

1. non-volatile

   • keeps the data even if the compute is turned off. used in old computers e.g. punched tape and floppy disks.

2. volatile

   • only stores information while the computer is on. The memory resets when the computer is turned off. Requires electricity to keep the information.

3. latency is the time for the components to complete the request

4. processing

   • CPU