computing

computing

1. Memory

   • Types of memory
     • RAM (random access memory)
       • RAM is volatile, meaning that it will lose its content when the computer is switched off.
       • Random access means that any part of the memory can be accessed as quickly as any other part of the memory.
       • RAM is much quicker to access then secondary storage such as hard disks.
     • • Rom is non - volatile meaning that when the computer
       • ROM is often made from flash memory. This means that its contents cannot be changed easily. This means that the ROM only stores small programs that boots or starts up the computer.

2. Storage