Virtual Memory Flashcards
(5 cards)
virtual memory
- allows operating system to run programs that require more ram than physically available
- Pages of data are transferred between RAM and virtual memory when needed
purposes of cloud storage
data backup, photo and video uploads, streaming devics
features of local storage
only accessed on local comp, fast, higher initial cost but no monthly fees
features of cloud storage
access anywhere with internet, slower, low initial cost but has monthly fees
cloud storage
- Cloud storage can be accessed remotely in
comparison to storing data locally - Physical servers and storage are needed to store
data in cloud storage