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RAM is random access memory which can be written to and read.
ROM is read only memory which is programmed to do a specific job,
it can not be edited after it has been burnt ROM-- When viewing on a computer, Read Only Memory is information you can read and cannot click or cannot make it operable. It is not accessible.
RAM--When viewing on a computer, Random Access Memory is information you can access and you can click and you can make it operable. It is accessible.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 13y agoROM stands for Read Only Memory. there are different types of ROM, such as EPROM(Eraseable Programable Read Only Memory) and EEPROM(Electronically Erasable Programable Read Only Memory) ROM does not require an electrical charge to keep data. RAM on the other hand loses its data when the power is cut. RAM stands for random access memory, which refers to the way in which data is read. There are some peices of equipment which use RAM to store data, keeping the RAM powered by a battery.
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∙ 6y agoROM = Read Only Memory RAM = Random Access Memory
ROM can be a pre-recorded CD or DVD (you can only read from it you cannot write to it)
RAM is solid-state memory on the computer's motherboard which serves as primary memory and loads the operating system files in use and lots of other stuff. Any bit of RAM can be "read" at any time (Random Access) so you do not have to read all the memory to get to a certain address.
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∙ 12y agoRAM is volatile memory, it only retains information when powered.
ROM is read-only memory, which remains after being switched off
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The two types of primary memory are?
Volatile memory refers to RAM that needs to be constantly refreshed to be retained. Static memory is permanent storage that is retained even after the computer is turned off.
How do you give data to ROM and RAM?
ROM is burned with a ROM/PROM burner (small computer with pin outs for a lot of IC's) - RAM is filled by the motherboard/memory controller on a mainboard.
Which area of the computer holds the data and instruction that are about to be used by the central processing unit?
MAIN MEMORY
What three components are common to routers switches and computers?
Between a Router and a computer they have CPU'S, RAM, ROM, and an Operating System. Those are the only things that a Router and a Computer have in common.
Which of the following can be added by the expansion card a cache b register c RAM d ROM?
Cache
What are the parts of the main memory?
processor,ram
What differenc between ROM and RAm?
ROM isn't erased when you turn the power off, whereas RAM is.
Difference between RAM nd RAM?
Do you mean the difference between RAM and ROM? If that is what you meant then ROM is what is used to read discs that are put into the computer, but RAM is used to temporarily hold memory from desktop and web based applications.
Ferroelectric ram as both ram and rom?
only rom
What is the differerence between a ram and a rom?
RAM is random access memory, it stores data temporaraly , ROM - keeps data permenently and cannot be removed, only read
What is the difference between flash ram and flash rom?
Flash RAM is used for temporary data, such as in a USB drive. Flash ROM is used for bios and system files.
Differences between secondary storage and primary storage?
Primary storages are volatile. An Example of primary storage : RAM whereas, Secondary storages are permanent. An Example of secondary storage : ROM
Similarities between ram and rom?
There are none as RAM allows random write access while ROM only allows read access (the very reason why it's called ROM because it stands for Read-Only Memory).
What is the difference between RAM aand ROM?
Random Access Memory (RAM) can have some of your own information saved to it. Read-Only Memory (ROM) cannot have any information saved to it as it has its own information. For example: CD - ROM
What are the two major categories of static RAM?
DDR and DDR2 RIMMS
Why are RAM and ROM software?
ram is random access memory and ROM is read only memory
Where is boot program stored in RAM or RoM?
ROM
