18 Questions
Which type of memory is characterized by being nonvolatile, not erasable, and not changeable?
Read Only Memory (ROM)
What is the primary function of a cell in the context of memory organization?
To represent 0 and 1 through stable states
What is the purpose of storing system programs in ROM?
To ensure that the system boots up correctly
Which type of ROM is used to store function tables and frequently used functions?
Read Only Memory (ROM)
What is the advantage of using PROM over ROM?
PROM can be programmed by the user
What is the characteristic of a semi-stable state in memory?
It represents a transition between 0 and 1
What is the characteristic of EPROM that makes it different from EEPROM?
It erases all memory cells at once
Which type of ROM is the most expensive?
EEPROM
What is the primary advantage of using Static RAM (SRAM) over Dynamic RAM (DRAM)?
SRAM does not require periodic refresh
What is the limitation of Flash ROM?
It can only be updated at block level
What is the primary function of the Row Address Select (RAS) line in a memory chip?
To select the row address
What is the characteristic of RAM that makes it different from ROM?
It can be written and read electrically
What is the advantage of EEPROM over EPROM?
It can be updated without erasing prior content
What happens when the power is turned off during the execution of a program?
The instruction execution stops and the program terminates
What is the main difference between the instruction fetch and instruction execute stages in the instruction cycle?
The instruction is read from memory during the fetch stage
What is the characteristic of Flash ROM that makes it different from EEPROM?
It can be updated at block level
Why is DRAM used as the main memory instead of SRAM?
DRAM is more dense than SRAM
What is the primary function of the cache memory in a computer system?
To act as a buffer between the main memory and the CPU
Test your understanding of computer memory organization, including types of memory and their characteristics. Learn about the different states of memory and how they are used to store and retrieve data.
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