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Introduction To Information System

RAM (random access memory) is a type of data storage that can be written to and accessed randomly. It allows for quick data access but requires constant power to maintain data. ROM (read-only memory) can only be accessed to read stored data and programs. It is non-volatile so maintains data even when powered off. RAM is used for short-term active data storage while programs are running, while ROM stores essential boot up instructions and long-term data that does not need to be altered.

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Introduction To Information System

RAM (random access memory) is a type of data storage that can be written to and accessed randomly. It allows for quick data access but requires constant power to maintain data. ROM (read-only memory) can only be accessed to read stored data and programs. It is non-volatile so maintains data even when powered off. RAM is used for short-term active data storage while programs are running, while ROM stores essential boot up instructions and long-term data that does not need to be altered.

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University of Modern Sciences

College of Business

Introduction to Information Technology


CS 101
Spring 2014/2015

Prepared by

RAM
"RAM" stands for "random access memory." RAM is memory that stores data
in a random order, and it can be written to again and again. However, RAM is
functional only when electrical current runs through it, so when your
computer is powered down, it can't hold anything in the RAM. That's why
your computer needs different types of memory; with only RAM, you'd never
be able to store any data.

ROM
"ROM" stands for "read-only memory." With ROM, you can only access the
data stored on it. You can't write new data to ROM, except in a few select
situations. You might run into a CD ROM that's got a computer program
installed on it, or other types of ROM that contain data but to which you can't
write data. Because ROM cannot be re-written, it's generally used for longterm storage.

Comparison
RAM
Definitio Random Access Memory or
n RAM is a form of data storage

ROM
Read-only memory or ROM is also
a form of data storage that cannot

that can be accessed randomly be easily altered or reprogrammed.


at any time, in any order and

Stores instructions that are not

from any physical location.

necessary for re-booting up to

Allowing quick access and

make the computer operate when

manipulation.

it is switched off. They are

Stands Random Access Memory


for
Use RAM allows the computer to

hardwired.
Read-only memory
ROM stores the program required

readdata quickly to run

to initially boot the computer. It

applications. It allows reading

only allows reading.

and writing.
Volatilit RAM is volatile i.e. its contents
y are lost when the device is
powered off.
Types The two main types of RAM are
static RAM and dynamic RAM.

It is non-volatile i.e. its contents


are retained even when the device
is powered off.
The types of ROM include PROM,
EPROM and EEPROM.

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