RAM, ROM & Cache

What type of memory is ROM?

• Volatile

• Non-volatile

• Temporary

• Dynamic

Why is ROM important when a computer is first switched on?

• It loads the operating system

• It stores user preferences

• It provides power to the system

• It runs antivirus software

Which of the following is a characteristic of ROM?

• It loses data when power is off

• It retains data even when power is off

• It is used for temporary storage

• It is faster than RAM

What happens to the contents of RAM when the machine is turned off?

• They are saved permanently

• They are lost

• They are transferred to the hard drive

• They are compressed

What type of data does RAM hold?

• Programs and data currently being used

• Archived files

• Permanent system files

• Backup data

How is RAM measured?

• In GB

• In MB

• In KB

• In TB

Where is cache memory located in relation to the CPU?

• Farther from the CPU than RAM.

• Closer to the CPU than RAM.

• On an external device.

• In the same location as the hard drive.

What is the primary role of cache memory in a computer system?

• To store permanent files.

• To provide temporary storage for frequently used instructions.

• To manage network connections.

• To control power supply.