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The RAM (random access memory) usually stores temporary files and cache to help speed up your computer by not having to repeatedly load the same thing but is you do not restart your computer the RAM will become full and it will slow down your computer so every now and then just restart the computer for best performance.
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∙ 15y agoRAM (Random Access Memory) is the type of memory that holds the data and programs in a computer while it is turned on. You may also be thinking of cache memory.
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∙ 9y agoThe Ram - Random Access Memory temporarily holds programs and data while the computer is on and allows the computer to access that information randomly.
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∙ 9y agoThe RAM temporarily holds programs and data while the computer is on an allows the computer to access the information randomly.
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∙ 12y agoRandom Access Memory or RAM.
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What is computer circuitry that temporarily holds data waiting to processed known as?
The Ram - Random Access Memory temporarily holds programs and data while the computer is on and allows the computer to access that information randomly.
What is the the type of memory that temporarily holds data and programs while the computer is on called?
"RAM" Random Access Memory. Once the PC or MAC is rebooted or powered down, all memory stored in the RAM is dumped.
What stores data and programs while you are using them?
The computer's Random Access Memory (RAM) temporarily stores data and programs while your computer is on.
Which temporarily store date programs while you are using them?
RAM
What area of the computer temporarily restores information internally while the computer is on?
RAM (Random Access Memory)
Data and program instructions are temporarily held in what while the processor is using them?
RAM or the processor cacheWhen the data and instructions reach the RAM they are operated on immediately.For data and instructions that the CPU is working on right at that time, these memory locations are called Registers. Many systems have dedicated registers just for EITHER data or instructions, while others have a set of registers which can be used for either, and still other CPUs have all three (data, instruction, and general-use registers).
A kind of memory it holds files and programs only while you're using them?
RAM, or Random Access Memory, is volatile memory, which means it temporarily stores information while there is power to the system. However, it looses all information when the system is powered down.
Is the abbreviation for The place in the computer where the program and data the computer is currently using are temporarily stored?
That place is 'random access memory' - or RAM.
Why cant you play computer games while your computer is booting?
Once you see your computer's desktop, your computer has already booted. However, this does not mean that all of your computers programs have already loaded. For some time after your computer has booted there are other programs that are still starting up. If you try to play a video game while these programs are still starting your computer will run very slow since it is trying to both run your game and start these programs at the same time.
I have never experienced any interruptions. I can even run other programs while it is scanning the computer for viruses.?
I have never experienced any interruptions. I can even run other programs while it is scanning the computer for viruses.
Can you use the computer while charging your mp3 player?
Yes, you can do both at the same time. It may temporarily slow down your computer, due to increased driver usage.
What is principle aim of software?
While the computer and all of its peripherals are known as the hardware, the computer programs written for the computer are the applications which enable the user to operate his computer.
