memory & Storage

What is the purpose of the ROM in a typical desktop computer

• To provide the initial instructions when a computer is first turned on

• To store frequently used instructions & data

• To backup the operating system

• For long term storage of user data

What is the purpose of the RAM?

Which of the following are true statements about ROM?

• ROM is read only

• ROM is volatile

• ROM is usually larger than RAM

• RAM is usually larger than ROM

True or False: Cloud storage is the storage of programs and data on removable hard drives

• TRUE

• FALSE

Settings that have to be stored so they can be used when the computer is first turned on are stored in:

• RAM

• ROM

• Hard Disk

• SSD

Why does a portable entertainment games system need some RAM

• To allow multiple players

• To improve graphics performance

• To store progress data as the game is being played

• It doesn't need any

Which storage medium is best for storing images on a camera being used by students on a field trip

• Solid State

• Magnetic

• Optical

______ Storage means storing programs and data on remote hard drives, accessed over the internet when needed

Pits and Lands can be found on

• Optical Disks

• Magnetic Disks

• Solid State Drives

• Blu Ray Disks

What does BIOS stand for?

• Basic Input/Output System

• Binary Integrated Optical System

• Bad Initialisation of System

• Broken Image of Something