Vic - 1.2 Memory and Storage

What is the primary function of RAM in a computer system?

• Storing permanent data
• Providing temporary storage for data and programs currently in use
• Running the operating system
• Managing input/output operations

Which of the following is a characteristic of ROM?

• It is volatile
• It can be easily modified
• It stores data permanently and cannot be altered
• It is used for temporary storage

What is Virtual Memory primarily used for in a computer system?

• Increasing the permanent storage capacity
• Replacing the need for RAM
• Extending RAM by using disk space
• Speeding up the processor

Which of the following is true about RAM compared to ROM?

• RAM is non-volatile while ROM is volatile
• RAM stores data permanently
• ROM is used for temporary storage
• RAM allows read and write operations while ROM is typically read-only

How does Virtual Memory benefit a computer system?

• By permanently storing data
• By allowing the CPU to process data faster
• By providing additional temporary storage when RAM is full
• By reducing the need for secondary storage

What type of storage device is a Hard Disk Drive (HDD)?

• Optical
• Magnetic
• SSD
• Flash

Which storage technology is typically used in USB flash drives?

• Magnetic
• Optical
• SSD
• Cloud Storage

What is the main advantage of SSDs over HDDs?

• Higher storage capacity
• Faster data access speeds
• More durable and resistant to physical shock
• Cheaper cost

Which of the following is a characteristic of optical storage devices?

• They use magnetic fields to store data
• They are primarily used for RAM
• They store data using laser technology
• They have the fastest data transfer rates

What is typically stored on a computer's ROM?

• The operating system
• Temporary files
• BIOS firmware
• Virtual memory data