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Computer memory is also known as Random Access Memory, or RAM. It’s a relatively fast type of memory that serves as a temporary storage area for the CPU to work with. It saves the CPU from having to access the much slower hard drive, since whatever programs it is currently working with are being stored in the faster RAM. Not only are programs being stored in the RAM, but so are critical parts of the computer’s operating system.
The reason computer memory is often called “temporary memory” is that when the computer is turned off, the RAM chips lose any and all information that was held prior to shutdown. To conserve RAM, only the most essential parts of an active program are loaded, with other parts being loaded into a “virtual memory” space located on the hard drive. As a general rule, the virtual memory is often twice as large as the actual amount of RAM installed. In some cases, there is enough RAM installed that a virtual memory space is unnecessary and is turned off accordingly.
When a computer acts sluggishly or constantly displays “out of memory” errors, it may be time for the amount of memory in the computer to be upgraded. A memory upgrade can make a computer run more efficiently, since it now has more RAM to work with, requiring the operating system to use the virtual memory space less. Adding more memory into your computer is often a very easy way to upgrade your computer’s performance, along with upgrading the size of your hard drive.
Before you purchase computer memory, you should know what kind of computer memory your computer actually uses. The type of memory used often varies by the type of motherboard used and the age of the computer. The best solution in this case is to use the owner’s manual to find out this important information. The manufacturer of the computer or in many cases, the motherboard, should have additional information on what type of memory should be used. It is important to know which type is used, as most types are not compatible with one another.
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Where can one get information on memory ram?
Any local computer store would have information on the memory ram of a computer. The employees of these computer stores are professionals and the information that they provide would be ideal.
What is computer memory all about and its function in a computer?
Volatile memory is computer memory that requires power to maintain the stored information. Non-volatile random-access memory that retains its information when power is turned off. There is random access memory, cache memory, read only memory, virtual memory and flash memory.
What is the memory on a computer?
It depends on the computer, every computer is different. If you want to check your memory go to Start > Control Panel > System. There you can find information about the computer, and also the memory.
What is the function of volatile and Non volatile memory?
non volatile memory is the computer memory that can retain stored information when not powered . examples flash memory . read only memory.(F) ram.volatile memory is the computer memory that requires power to maintain stored information in other words it need power to reach the computer memory volatile memory retain the information as long as the power supply is on .
Write a short note on computer memory?
1 what is computer memory 2 explain information system. discuss various information systems available in any organization.
What is the need of memory in computer?
to store the information
Which type of memory for information that does not change on computer?
ROM - Read-Only Memory.
Define Memory and importantce of Memory?
Memory devices are the devices of computer system which stores the data and information in it.
If you turn the computer off the information in the computer's memory will be?
True
What takes information from the computer's memory?
delete key
What capacity is the local hard drive and memory?
It depends on your hard drive and your memory at the time.To find out hard drive size go to My Computer and then right click on your local disk and select Properties from the drop down menu.To find out to memory size go to Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > See basic information about your computer and under the general tab will be stats about your computer, including your memory.
What kind of information is stored in a computer's memory?
Data and files
