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Programmes and data stored on RAM are lost when a computer is switched this type of memory is called?
volatile
Why are The contents of these chips are lost when the computer is switched off?
The contents of these chips are lost when the computer is switched off because they use volatile memory, such as RAM (Random Access Memory). Volatile memory requires a constant power supply to maintain the stored data; when the power is cut off, the data is erased. In contrast, non-volatile memory, like hard drives or SSDs, retains data without power.
When all the data is lost if the power is switch off the memory is what?
inactive
Is ram violate or non violate?
Assuming you mean 'volatile' - RAM is volatile... When you turn the power off - RAM loses its contents. Non-volatile RAM is able to retain its contents even when the machine is turned off.
What happens yo the data in RAM when the computer is switched off?
the information is lost after power is switched off.
What does volatile RAM mean?
RAM = Random Access Memory. The memory used in a computer to hold programs and data while it is running. This memory is said to be 'volatile' because when the computer is switched off and there is no power available to the memory all the stored information is lost. With 'non-volatile memory' (such as used in a USB memory stick) when the power is removed the data remains as it was and can be accessed again when power is restored.
Where The information stored in RAM is erased when the computer is turned off?
Main computer memory is called volatile memory. It holds data only as long as it is provided power. When you turn off the computer, you remove power from the memory chips and they loose the ability to hold data. If you want to keep your information, ensure you save it to the computer hard drive before you switch off the computer.
RAM is considered volatile storage which means it is?
RAM = Random Access Memory. The memory used in a computer to hold programs and data while it is running. This memory is said to be 'volatile' because when the computer is switched off and there is no power available to the memory all the stored information is lost. With 'non-volatile memory' (such as used in a USB memory stick) when the power is removed the data remains as it was and can be accessed again when power is restored.
Why is ram called volatile memory and rom called non volatile memory?
RAM is considered volatile memory because it loses data rapidly and has to be constantly refreshed. It also losses all its data once it loses power. Refference: Comptia A+ Seventh edition
What type of memory is considered volatile memory?
In computing the most common type of currently used volatile memory is random access (RAM). RAM volatility involves the loss of data upon power loss to the RAM modules.
Why a computer needs two kinds of memories?
A rather basic answer is that RAM means Random Access Memory. This memory is volatile, and everything is lost when the computer is closed down.ROM means Read Only Memory. This is stable memory placed there by the manufacturer to keep the instructions needed to begin the booting up process when the computer is switched on.
What is meant by volatile and non-volatile memory?
non volatile memory is memory that doesn't wipe after the computer shuts down e.g: Flash memory.
