GCSE J277 - 1.2.1 - Primary Storage

Can store data when the power is turned off

• RAM
• ROM

Holds any data whilst a program is running

• RAM
• ROM

Used in the PC's BIOS

• RAM
• ROM

Classed as volatile memory

• RAM
• ROM

Holds parts of the operating system currently in use

• RAM
• ROM

Used in embedded systems as a small store of software

• RAM
• ROM

Fast access by the CPU

• RAM
• ROM

Classed as nonvolatile memory

• RAM
• ROM

Saves data when powered off

• RAM
• ROM

Deletes data when powered off

• RAM
• ROM