COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE
SECONDARY STORAGE DEVICES
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Which of the following is volatile?
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RAM
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ROM
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CPU
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CD-ROM
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is option 1 i.e RAM. RAM stands for Random-access memory. RAM is a Primary memory in computers. It is a volatile memory.
Detailed explanation-2: -Volatile memory is a type of memory that maintains its data only while the device is powered. If the power is interrupted for any reason, the data is lost.
Detailed explanation-3: -Data of RAM is very volatile, it will exist as long as there is no interruption in power. Data present in Read-Only Memory (ROM) is not volatile, it is permanent. Data will remain unchanged even when there is a disruption in the power supply. These are the main differences between RAM and ROM.
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