RAM Usage Based on Computer Applications Quiz

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What is CMOS?

Complementary metal-oxide semiconductor memory

What is access time?

Amount of time it takes processor to read data from memory

What is a nonvolatile memory?

Memory that can be erased electronically and rewritten

How is flash memory used in portable media players?

To store music tracks that can be copied from a computer Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of access time in computing?

Determines how quickly the processor can read data from memory Signup and view all the answers

Why is battery power used in CMOS memory?

To retain information when other power is turned off Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of cache memory?

Helps speed computer processes by storing frequently used instructions and data. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the difference between L1 and L2 cache.

L1 cache is built into the processor and faster but has a smaller capacity, while L2 cache is slower but has a larger capacity. Signup and view all the answers

What are the three types of read-only memory (ROM)?

Firmware, Mask ROM, and PROM (Programmable ROM). Signup and view all the answers

Why is L3 cache separate from the processor chip?

L3 cache is only on computers that use L2 advanced transfer cache, and it helps improve performance by providing additional storage for frequently used data. Signup and view all the answers

How does flash memory differ from other types of memory?

Flash memory is non-volatile and can be electronically erased and reprogrammed, whereas other types of memory are typically read-only or volatile. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of flash memory?

Flash memory can be electronically erased and reprogrammed multiple times. Signup and view all the answers

How do program instructions transfer in and out of RAM?

Program instructions transfer in and out of RAM by loading them from the hard disk into RAM when the program is started and removing them from RAM when the program is closed. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two basic types of RAM chips?

The two basic types of RAM chips are the most common type of RAM and the newer type called Magnetoresistive RAM (MRAM). Signup and view all the answers

Where does memory reside?

Memory resides on a small circuit board called a Memory Module (Memory Card) that is inserted into memory slots on the motherboard. Signup and view all the answers

How much RAM does an application require?

The amount of RAM an application requires depends on the types of software you plan to use. For optimal performance, more RAM than the minimum specifications is recommended. Signup and view all the answers

What is the process when you quit a program in terms of its program instructions?

When a program is quit, its program instructions are removed from RAM, leading to the program no longer being displayed on the screen. Signup and view all the answers

Why is having more RAM than minimum specifications recommended for optimal performance?

Having more RAM than the minimum specifications is recommended for optimal performance because it allows for smoother operation and better multitasking capabilities. Signup and view all the answers