Inglese Flashcards
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What are internal memories in a computer?
Internal memories are the memories that are directly accessible by the CPU⸲ such as RAM and cache memory
What are external memories in a computer?
External memories are the memories that are not directly accessible by the CPU⸲ such as hard drives⸲ USB drives⸲ and optical disks
What is RAM?
RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of volatile memory that temporarily stores data and instructions that the CPU needs while performing tasks
What is ROM?
ROM (Read-Only Memory) is a type of non-volatile memory that permanently stores data and instructions that are not meant to be modified
What is cache memory?
Cache memory is a small⸲ high-speed memory located inside or close to the CPU that stores frequently accessed data and instructions to speed up processing
What is a hard disk?
A hard disk is a non-volatile storage device that uses magnetic disks to store data permanently
What is a USB drive?
A USB drive is a portable storage device that uses flash memory to store data and connects to a computer via a USB port
What is an optical disk?
An optical disk is a storage medium that uses laser technology to read and write data⸲ such as CDs⸲ DVDs⸲ and Blu-ray discs