Memory and storage

What does RAM stand for?

• Really Awesome Memory

• Redacted Absolute Memory

• Random Access Memory

• Report And Manage

What is the name of the software which is found in ROM that helps your computer start up?

What does ROM stand for?

• Red Omega Memory

• Read Only Memory

• Read Online Memory

• Register Organisation Memory

True or false? RAM is generally Volatile memory.

• True

• False

What type of memory will your computer use for programmes if it runs out of RAM?

• ROM

• Primary Storage

• Flash Memory

• Virtual Memory

Which device is the fastest for reading/ writing data?

• RAM

• Hard Drive

• CD/ DVD

What happens to the data stored in volatile memory when the power is turned off?

• It Is Saved

• It Is Lost

What can we do to our computer if it is slowing down due to a lack of RAM? Tick all correct answers.

• Install more RAM

• Re-install the operating system

• Close down unnecessary applications

• Install faster RAM