Computer Architecture: RAM Memory Storage and Operations

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Which of the following is a key characteristic of RAM (Random Access Memory)?

RAM requires special high-current devices to program it
RAM allows the CPU to both read and write data (correct)
RAM can only be read from, not written to
RAM is a non-volatile memory device

What is the key difference between RAM and ROM (Read Only Memory) in terms of memory operations?

RAM is accessed randomly, while ROM is accessed sequentially
RAM can only be written to, while ROM can only be read from
RAM requires special programming devices, while ROM is factory programmed
RAM is volatile, while ROM is non-volatile (correct)

Which type of ROM allows the user to erase and reprogram the memory using electrical signals?

EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable ROM) (correct)
PROM (Programmable ROM)
EPROM (Erasable Programmable ROM)
Flash memory

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 (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of ROM is programmed by the manufacturer and cannot be altered by the user?

ROM (Read-Only Memory) (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of using ROM (Read-Only Memory) in computer systems?

To store the operating system and other system software (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Address Decoder in RAM operation?

To select the required memory location in the Storage Cell Unit (B) Signup and view all the answers

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 (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the RAM unit is responsible for storing the data to be written during a write operation?

Memory input Data register (B) Signup and view all the answers

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 (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the RAM unit is responsible for driving the address signals to the Address Decoder?

Address driver (B) Signup and view all the answers

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 (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is used as a working memory for temporary storage of instructions and data?

Internal processor memory (C) Signup and view all the answers

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 (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following memory types is generally larger in capacity but slower than main memory?

Secondary memory (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of secondary memory?

Main memory (D) Signup and view all the answers

What factor determines the performance of a memory device?

The rate at which information can be read from or written into the memory (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors does NOT affect the access time of a memory device?

The cost of the memory device (A) Signup and view all the answers