Computer Storage & Memory Devices

What is the function of RAM in a computer?

• RAM stores permanent data for long-term use

• RAM controls the speed of the computer's internet connection

• RAM provides temporary storage for data and instructions that the CPU needs during operation.

• RAM is responsible for displaying images on the screen

Which type of memory is temporary and retains data even when the power is turned off?

• RAM

• CPU

• GPU

• ROM

Which type of memory is faster, RAM or ROM?

• ROM

• RAM

Why is RAM considered volatile memory?

• RAM is non-volatile memory

• RAM retains data when power is turned off

• RAM is slower than ROM

• RAM loses its data when power is turned off or lost.

What is the purpose of external memory in a computer system?

• External memory is used to cool down the computer system

• The purpose of external memory in a computer system is to provide additional storage capacity for data and programs that cannot fit into the main memory.

• External memory is responsible for processing data faster than internal memory

• External memory is designed to provide power to the computer system

Why is it important for a computer to have different types of memory?

• To slow down the computer

• To increase the weight of the computer

• To confuse the user

• To serve different purposes such as fast access, storage capacity, and cost-effectiveness.

____________ is defined as raw facts or figures.

Information is _____

• refined

• processed

• organized

• all of them

0 and 1 are known a s____

• bits

• numbers

• digits

• zero and one

8 bits make a _____