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What is RAM and ROM?

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RAM: Random Access Memory is used to store data and programs which is used by the CPU in real-time.

The memory on RAM can be written, read, and erased n times. It is a hardware element and the data currently in use is stored. It is a type of volatile memory. 

Types of RAM : 

  • Static RAM 
  • Dynamic RAM

ROM:  Read Only Memory has the prerecorded data. The data in ROM is still present when the computer is off which means ROM is a non-volatile memory.

Types of ROM: 

  • Programmable ROM
  • Erasable Programmable ROM
  • Electrically Erasable Programmable ROM
  • Mask ROM
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