Super Revision Times!

What does memory mean in computers?

• Memory is the resource that a computer uses to open apps 
• Memory is what is used to save data permanently 
• Memory is what is used to save data temporarily until it is saved to a storage device 
• Memory is remembering to remember something

What is used to store data for a short time when the data is needed?

• RAM
• ROM
• Storage Device
• Floppy Diskette

What is used to describe when data is lost forever when the power is off?

• Volatile Memory
• Non-Volatile Memory
• Bad Memory
• Good Memory

In computing terms, what is storage?

• Storage is where I can store all of my files, like photos, music, word documents and programs for later use. 
• Storage is like a temporary place to store data and when the power goes off I will lose my work 

Give an example of long term memory within a computer

• RAM
• ROM

A word document you created, Is this an example of memory or storage?

• Memory?
• Storage?

An internet search you made, Is this an example of memory or storage?

• Memory?
• Storage?

Why is memory not suitable to be used as storage?

• Because it is volatile and not permanent. This means it can lose my data. 
• What are you talking about? It is perfect to be used as storage! 

What are these three categories of storage called?

• Optical, Magnetic and Flash
• CD, HDD and Flash
• HDD, Solid State and Chip
• Chip and pin, contactless

Give an example of a device that would fit in the magnetic category

• Hard Disk Drive
• CD
• DVD
• Blu-Ray