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Characteristics of RAM.
Data can be read (retrieved) and written(stored) in it.
RAM is a temporary (volatile)storage because its content disappears when the computer is switched off.
Its content is user defined i.e the user dictates what is to be contained in the RAM.
THE TWO MAIN TYPES OF RAM ARE ;
a)STATIC READ ACCESS MEMORY;is the fast type of memory mostly located inside a microprocessor.is used in special purpose memories such as cache memory.cache memory is used to enhance the processing speed by holding data and instructions that are instantly required by the processor.
b)DYNAMIC RANDOM ACCESS MEMORY;is relatively slower type of RAM compared to SRAM.the term dynamic refers to the tendency for stored change to leak away ,even with constant power supply.for this reason,DRAM requires periodic recharging(refresh) to maintain it data storage.
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