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Chapter 2 - Computing Hardware 3
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- 1Cache MemoryThis is a buffer of memory in the processor that is used to store copies of items that are most often fetched from the memory, so that they can be fetched more quickly.
- 2Flash MemoryA technology for storing data in an electronic format which is used for memory cards.
- 3Multi-taskingA computer is multitasking if it appears to be running more than one program at the same time.
- 4Primary MemoryMemory that can be addressed and accessed directly by the processor.
- 5Random Access Memory (RAM)Memory that is used to store the program and data currently in use by a computer. It is volatile, which means that it gets erased when the computer is switched off.
- 6Read-Only Memory (ROM)Memory that is used to store programs permanently and in the same location, such as the boot-up program. This memory is non-volatile and is not deleted when the computer is switched off.
- 7Virtual MemoryThis is an area of the hard disk that is used to store running programs as if it was RAM.
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