Differentiate between RAM and ROM?
Answer Posted / bspkumar
In general terms :
RAM = short term memory , ROM = Long term memory.
In Tecnical terms :
RAM = volatile type , ROM = non volatile type.
Usage:
RAM : used for storing frequently used data,applications
that are currently and frequently running are stored in
RAM.The dat a in RAM lost when power off.
ROM : For permanent storage.Data does't lost when the power
is off.
Reusage :
RAM : Data losts when power off,so easy reusable (volatile).
ROM : Can be reused by erasing or modifying the data by
electronically.
Why RAM instid of ROM :
Data retrieving method is faster in RAM than ROM.But RAM
costs more.
| Is This Answer Correct ? | 18 Yes | 4 No |
Post New Answer View All Answers
When did 64 bit come out?
What is the 4 layer model?
Do I need web plugins for vlc?
How do you check if your computer is 32 or 64 bit?
How do I check my os?
Why is round robin algorithm considered better than first come first served algorithm?
Explain about processor and the functions executed by them?
What does echo $$ do?
Explain process spawning?
What do you know about system model?
How you can Kill the Session by force?
What is the buddy system of memory allocation in operating system (os)?
Define page fault interrupt?
What are the four common types of files?
What are the 5 basic filing systems?