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What is the main difference between SRAM and DRAM?
What is the main difference between SRAM and DRAM?
- SRAM requires periodic refreshing, while DRAM does not. (correct)
- SRAM is non-volatile, while DRAM is volatile.
- SRAM stores each bit of data in a tiny memory cell, while DRAM uses a flip-flop circuit.
- SRAM uses a capacitor and transistor for data storage, while DRAM uses a latch circuit.
How is data stored in SRAM?
How is data stored in SRAM?
- In a capacitor and transistor
- In a flip-flop circuit
- In a latch circuit made of transistors (correct)
- In a tiny memory cell
Which type of memory requires constant refreshing to maintain stored data?
Which type of memory requires constant refreshing to maintain stored data?
- ROM
- SRAM
- DRAM (correct)
- Flip-flop memory
What is the main function of the transistor in DRAM?
What is the main function of the transistor in DRAM?
Which type of memory is faster and more reliable for certain applications?
Which type of memory is faster and more reliable for certain applications?
What type of memory retains its data even when the power is turned off?
What type of memory retains its data even when the power is turned off?
What type of ROM can be written only once, usually during manufacturing?
What type of ROM can be written only once, usually during manufacturing?
How is data in EPROM erased for reprogramming?
How is data in EPROM erased for reprogramming?
Which type of ROM is the most commonly used today due to its versatility?
Which type of ROM is the most commonly used today due to its versatility?
What is the distinguishing feature of EAROM compared to EEPROM?
What is the distinguishing feature of EAROM compared to EEPROM?
In which type of ROM does the erasing process typically involve byte-by-byte or small block erasures?
In which type of ROM does the erasing process typically involve byte-by-byte or small block erasures?
What is a common use of PROM (Programmable Read-Only Memory) today?
What is a common use of PROM (Programmable Read-Only Memory) today?
What is the function of primary storage in a computer system?
What is the function of primary storage in a computer system?
Which type of primary storage is known for its fast data access but is volatile, requiring power to retain data?
Which type of primary storage is known for its fast data access but is volatile, requiring power to retain data?
What is the main difference between RAM and ROM in a computer system?
What is the main difference between RAM and ROM in a computer system?
Which type of memory allows for permanent storage of firmware and cannot be easily altered or erased?
Which type of memory allows for permanent storage of firmware and cannot be easily altered or erased?
Which primary storage type is commonly used to store the computer's BIOS settings?
Which primary storage type is commonly used to store the computer's BIOS settings?
How does primary storage contribute to improving overall system performance compared to secondary storage?
How does primary storage contribute to improving overall system performance compared to secondary storage?
