Systems Architecture and Memory · Computer Systems

Memory and Storage Technologies

Differentiating between RAM, ROM, Virtual Memory, and secondary storage types like SSD and Optical.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why is secondary storage necessary if RAM is much faster at accessing data?
  2. 2What are the physical limitations that prevent us from using SSD technology for all memory needs?
  3. 3How does the use of Virtual Memory affect the overall responsiveness of an operating system?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

GCSE: Computing - Systems ArchitectureGCSE: Computing - Memory and Storage
Year: Year 11
Subject: Computing
Unit: Systems Architecture and Memory
Period: Computer Systems

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