Storage

Storage

1. ROM

   • Not volatile
   • Data doesn't get deleted when turned off
   • Read-only memory (ROM) is a type of non-volatile memory used in computers and other electronic devices. ... That such memory can never be changed is a disadvantage in many applications, as bugs and security issues cannot be fixed, and new features cannot be added.

2. Solid State

   • not easy to break and is one piece.
   • Hard drive , USB
   • An advantage with the SSD drive is that it has no moving parts. It uses flash memory to store data, which provides better performance and reliability over an HDD. The HDD has moving parts and magnetic platters, meaning the more use they get, the faster they wear down and fail.
   • A disadvantage with the SSD drive is that it has no moving parts. It uses flash memory to store data, which provides better performance and reliability over an HDD. The HDD has moving parts and magnetic platters, meaning the more use they get, the faster they wear down and fail.

3. RAM

   • Volatile
   • All data is deleted when the computer is turned off
   • Usually found near the power box
   • Advantages and disadvantages. Advantages of a RAM filesystem. it is Power-efficient: for the same reasons, RAM uses much less power than disk drives. Reduce your CO2 emissions and extend your battery life. Fast: RAM is the fastest storage medium outside of the CPU.

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