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Exploring The World of ROM

The presentation explores Read-Only Memory (ROM), detailing its types, functions, and significance in computer systems. It highlights various types of ROM, including PROM, EPROM, and EEPROM, and their roles in the boot process, firmware storage, and data retention. Key purposes of ROM include permanence, reliability, security, speed, and efficiency in maintaining critical system functions.

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Exploring The World of ROM

The presentation explores Read-Only Memory (ROM), detailing its types, functions, and significance in computer systems. It highlights various types of ROM, including PROM, EPROM, and EEPROM, and their roles in the boot process, firmware storage, and data retention. Key purposes of ROM include permanence, reliability, security, speed, and efficiency in maintaining critical system functions.

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Exploring the World of

ROM
This presentation delves into the fascinating world of Read-Only
Memory (ROM), a fundamental component of computer systems.
We'll explore what ROM is, its different types, its essential
functions, and its enduring impact on technology.
Types of ROM
PROM EPROM EEPROM

Programmable once by the user Erasable using ultraviolet light, re- Electrically erasable and
using special equipment. Often programmable multiple times. reprogrammable, allowing for in-
used for small-scale Used for development and testing system updates. Used for storing
customizations. purposes. settings and configuration data.
ROM in Computer Systems

Boot Process Firmware Storage Data Retention


ROM stores the BIOS, which initiates ROM stores embedded software that ROM holds information that must be
the booting process. It loads the controls the computer's hardware. retained even when the computer is
operating system and prepares the It's essential for basic functions like powered off. This includes
computer to run. device drivers and system configuration data and system
initialization. settings.
Purposes of ROM
Permanence
1 Data remains intact even without power.

Reliability
2
Resistant to changes and external interference.

Security
3
Prevents unauthorized modification or data corruption.

Speed
4
Fast access times for critical system functions.

Efficiency
5
Reduces processing overhead for essential tasks.

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