Memory Hierarchy: RAM, ROM, Cache
Students differentiate between various types of computer memory and their roles in system performance.
Key Questions
- Compare the characteristics and uses of RAM, ROM, and cache memory.
- Justify why a computer needs different types of memory.
- Predict the impact on system performance if a computer had very little RAM.
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