INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS
COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS
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Question
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What does volatile mean?
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Data is lost when the power is turned off
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Data is NOT lost when the power is turned off
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -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-2: -Volatile memory, in contrast to non-volatile memory, is computer memory that requires power to maintain the stored information; it retains its contents while powered on but when the power is interrupted, the stored data is quickly lost. Volatile memory has several uses including as primary storage.
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