Memory and Storage

Start with memory and storage

For an introduction to memory on this page, open the Read Only Memories mind map. It describes non-volatile memory and its role in storing data for system initialization. Use the branches to organize the terms before moving on to the Ram Types flashcards, which include descriptions of SRAM and DRAM.

If you want to focus on storing data instead, start with the storage mind maps. They include material on solid-state, magnetic and optical storage, as well as examples and characteristics of solid-state storage. Compare the ideas across the maps and note which terms you want to understand better.

Practice with cards and the quiz

After looking at the memory maps and cards, try the PC Architecture quiz. Its questions include addressing and cache placement. Use each question as a prompt to check what you understand, then return to the resources to look at related terms. The quiz and maps do not necessarily cover the same points, so use them as different ways to explore the page.

For more focused work on cache mapping, use the Mapping flashcards. They include terms for fully associative, direct and set associative mapping. You can also use the Address decoding step mind map to follow the listed steps for identifying device address ranges and decoder inputs.

Connect the resources

Memory and Storage is a section of the Computer Architecture and Organization unit in Electrical and electronic engineering. The resources offer several starting points within that section: memory types, storage, addressing and cache. Moving between a map, a card deck and the quiz lets you approach the material in different formats.

Choose a map, follow its branches, then test your understanding with the available quiz.