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What is RAM?

The full form of RAM is


Random Access Memory.
The information stored in
this type of memory is lost
when the power supply to
the PC or laptop is switched
off. The information stored in
RAM can be checked with
the help of BIOS. It is
generally known as the main
memory or temporary
memory or cache memory or
volatile memory of the
computer system.
In this Operating system
tutorial, you will learn:
• What is RAM?
• History of RAM
• Types of RAM
• SRAM VS DRAM
• Other Important
Types of RAM
• Uses of RAM
History of RAM
Here, are important
landmarks from the history
of RAM:
Type of RAM
Year Invented
FPM-(Fast page mode
RAM)-
1990
EDO RAM (Extended data
out random access memory)
1994
SDRAM (Single dynamic
RAM)
1996
RDRAM (Rambus RAM)
1998
DDR (Double Data Rate)
2000
DDR2
2003
DDR3
2007
DDR4
2012

Types of RAM

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Types of RAM

Two main types of RAM are:


• Static RAM
• Dynamic RAM
Static RAM
Static RAM is the full form of
SRAM. In this type of RAM,
data is stored using the
state of a six transistor
memory cell. Static RAM is
mostly used as a cache
memory for the processor
(CPU).
Dynamic RAM
DRAM stands for Dynamic
Random Access Memory. It
is a type of RAM which
allows you to stores each bit
of data in a separate
capacitor within a specific
integrated circuit. Dynamic
RAM is a standard computer
memory of the many
modern desktop computers.
This type of RAM is a volatile
memory that needs to be
refreshed with voltage
regularly. Else it loses the
information stored on it.
SRAM VS DRAM
SRAM
DRAM
SRAM has lower access
time, so it is faster
compared to DRAM.
DRAM has higher access
time, so it is slower than
SRAM.
SRAM is costlier than DRAM.
DRAM costs less compared
to SRAM.
SRAM requires a constant
power supply, which means
this type of memory which
consumes more power.
DRAM offers reduced power
consumption because the
information is stored in the
capacitor.
It is a complex internal
circuitry, and it offers less
storage capacity is available
compared to the same
physical size of a DRAM
memory chip.
It is the small internal
circuitry in the one-bit
memory cell of DRAM. The
large storage capacity is
available.
SRAM has a low packaging
density.
DRAM has a high packaging
density.
Other Important Types of
RAM
FPM DRAM

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FPM DRAM
Fast Page Mode Dynamic
Random Access Memory is a
type of RAM that waits
through the entire process
of locating a bit of data by
column and row and then
reading the bit before it
begins on the next bit. Max
transfer rate is around 176
Mbps.
SDR RAM

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SDR RAM

SDR RAM is a full form of


synchronous dynamic
access memory. It has
access times between 25
and 10 ns(nanosecond), and
they are in DIMM (dual in-
line memory module)
modules of 168 contacts.
They store data using
capacitors using ICʼs
(Integrated Circuits). On one
of its sides, they have
terminations, which can be
inserted inside of the
individual slots for the
Motherboardʼs memory.
RD RAM

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RD RAM

Rambus Dynamic Random


Access Memory is a full form
of RDRAM. This type of RAM
chips works in parallel,
which allows you to achieve
a data rate of 800 MHz or
1,600 Mbps. It generates
much more heat as they
operate at such high
speeds.
VRAM (Video):

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VRAM
RAM optimized for video
adapters is called VRAM.
These chips have two ports
so that video data can be
written to chips at the same
time the video adapter
regularly reads the memory
to refresh the monitorʼs
current display.

EDO RAM

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EDO RAM
EDO DRAM is an
abbreviation of Extended
Data Output Random Access
Memory. It doesnʼt wait for
the completion of the
processing of the first bit
before continuing to the next
one. As soon as the address
of the first bit is located,
EDO DRAM begins looking
for the next bit.
Flash Memory :

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Flash Memory
Flash memory is an
electrically erasable and
programmable permanent
type of memory. It uses a
one-transistor memory to
store a bit. It offers low
power consumption and
helps to reduce the cost. It
is mainly used in digital
cameras, MP3 players, etc.
DDR SDRAM

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DDR RAM

The full form of DDR SDRAM


is Double Data Rate
Synchronous Dynamic
Random-Access Memory. It
is just like SDRAM. The only
difference between the two
is that it has a higher
bandwidth, which offers
greater speed. Itʼs maximum
transfer rate to L2 cache
which is approximately 1,064
Mbps.
Uses of RAM
Here, are important uses of
RAM:
• RAM is utilized in the
computer as a scratchpad,
buffer, and main memory.
• It offers a fast
operating speed.
• It is also popular for
its compatibility
• It offers low power
dissipation

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