18 Questions
Which of the following is a key characteristic of RAM (Random Access Memory)?
RAM allows the CPU to both read and write data
What is the key difference between RAM and ROM (Read Only Memory) in terms of memory operations?
RAM is volatile, while ROM is non-volatile
Which type of ROM allows the user to erase and reprogram the memory using electrical signals?
EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable ROM)
What is the main advantage of EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable ROM) over EPROM (Erasable Programmable ROM)?
EEPROM can be erased and reprogrammed without the use of ultraviolet light
Which type of ROM is programmed by the manufacturer and cannot be altered by the user?
ROM (Read-Only Memory)
What is the main purpose of using ROM (Read-Only Memory) in computer systems?
To store the operating system and other system software
What is the main purpose of the Address Decoder in RAM operation?
To select the required memory location in the Storage Cell Unit
What is the function of the Read driver in the RAM unit?
To transfer the data from the selected memory location to the output Data register
Which component of the RAM unit is responsible for storing the data to be written during a write operation?
Memory input Data register
What is the role of the Timing and control circuit in the RAM unit?
To control the timing and synchronization of the various operations in the RAM unit
Which component of the RAM unit is responsible for driving the address signals to the Address Decoder?
Address driver
What is the purpose of the Write driver in the RAM unit?
To transfer data from the input Data register to the selected memory location during a write operation
Which of the following is used as a working memory for temporary storage of instructions and data?
Internal processor memory
What is the characteristic of main memory that makes it suitable for program and data storage during computer operation?
Locations in main memory can be accessed directly and rapidly by the CPU instruction set
Which of the following memory types is generally larger in capacity but slower than main memory?
Secondary memory
Which of the following is NOT a type of secondary memory?
Main memory
What factor determines the performance of a memory device?
The rate at which information can be read from or written into the memory
Which of the following factors does NOT affect the access time of a memory device?
The cost of the memory device
Explore the characteristics and operations of RAM in computer architecture. Learn about the volatile nature of RAM and how it functions as temporary storage for data. Understand the process of transferring addresses to the Memory Address Register and its decoding in RAM.
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