Chapter 8 COA

What type of memory is volatile and can be read from or written into by the processor?

• EEPROM

• ROM

• PROM

• DRAM

Which type of RAM is faster and does not need to be refreshed constantly?

• ROM

• EPROM

• SRAM

• DRAM

What is the primary function of Read Only Memory (ROM)?

• To allow frequent data modification

• To store data permanently

• To store data temporarily

• To enhance processing speed

Which type of RAID uses mirroring for data redundancy?

• RAID 6

• RAID 5

• RAID 0

• RAID 1

What is the main advantage of using Solid State Drives (SSDs) over Hard Disk Drives (HDDs)?

• Faster data access

• Higher storage capacity

• Greater physical size

• Lower cost

Which type of memory must be constantly refreshed to maintain data storage?

• EEPROM

• ROM

• DRAM

• SRAM

What does RAID stand for?

• Redundant Access of Internal Disks

• Read Access of Independent Drives

• Random Access of Internal Data

• Redundant Array of Independent Disks

Which type of external memory uses laser technology for data storage?

• Optical Memory

• Magnetic Disk

• Solid State Drive

• Magnetic Tape

What is the primary purpose of error correction in memory systems?

• To reduce power consumption

• To enhance processing speed

• To detect and correct data errors

• To increase storage capacity

Which type of ROM can erase data with the use of ultraviolet light?

• EEPROM

• PROM

• EPROM

• SRAM