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1. To store data
2. Runs the programs, the more RAM, the faster the program can be ran.
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What can be stored in the main memory of a computer system?
Computer memory
What is the main memory of the computer?
# Main memory is the short term memory of a computer. It retains data only for the period that a program is running, and that's it.
Difference between backing storage and main memory?
Main memory in a computer is storage that will be erased when a computer is turned off. Backing storage is memory that will save information when the computer shuts down.
Draw the block diagram of ram and explain its operation?
Memory is technically any form of electronic storage. Personal computer system have a hierarchical memory structure consisting of auxiliary memory (disks), main memory (DRAM) and cache memory (SRAM). A design objective of computer system architects is to have the memory hierarchy work as through it were entirely comprised of the fastest memory type in the system.
Is it a main memory of a computer is just a temrary memory?
yes.. it losses data as you turn off your computer..
What is optical memory?
Optical memory is an early form of computer memory. It involves the use of an optical system for the writing and reading of data to and from a computer's main memory.
Define primary memory?
primary memory is built in memory on a computer it is the main type of memory.... eg RAM ROM and HDD
How do you get to your memory level on your computer?
If you are talking about simply your computer's hard drive and disk space then it is simple. If you do not have a shortcut on your desktop for computer, click on start and then computer (0n the right column). Then your main hard drive and any other hard drives should appear. Click once on either (don't double click to enter) and then click properties to view basic overally memory and usage for the hard drive or double click and enter the hard drive, click on a folder or document within the hard drive, click properties and then the memory for that individual item will come up. Sorry if the basic memory and computer usage is not what you are talking about
What is main memory of a computer made up of a set of memory chips called?
The Mother Board!
What is a numeric page?
The transfer of pages of data between a computer's main memory and an auxiliary memory.
Is main memory a soft ware component in computer?
yes
Distinguish between primary memory and auxiliary memory?
the main memory is the central storage unit of the computer system. it is relatively large and fast memory used 2 store the programs and data during the computer operation.main memory communicates directly with the CPU. main memory includes RAM and ROMs. devices that provide backup storage are known as auxillary memory. auxillary memory are relatively slow in comparision to the main memory. auxillary memory includes flash memory,magntic disks and floppys. main memory is located inside the CPU but auxillary memory is located out the CPU. the main memory is the central storage unit of the computer system. it is relatively large and fast memory used 2 store the programs and data during the computer operation.main memory communicates directly with the CPU. main memory includes RAM and ROMs. devices that provide backup storage are known as auxillary memory. auxillary memory are relatively slow in comparision to the main memory. auxillary memory includes flash memory,magntic disks and floppys. main memory is located inside the CPU but auxillary memory is located out the CPU.
