1.2 Types of Memory and BIOS

Front

Identify the two types of memory.

Back

Volatile and Non-Volatile

Front

Outline the difference between the two types of memory.

Back

Volatile memory requires power to maintain stored information, while Non-Volatile memory retains data without power.

Front

Define Volatile.

Back

Memory that requires power to maintain stored information.

Front

Define Non-Volatile.

Back

Memory that retains data even when not powered.

Front

State what RAM stands for.

Back

Random Access Memory

Front

State what ROM stands for.

Back

Read-Only Memory

Front

State what BIOS stands for.

Back

Basic Input/Output System

Front

Identify three bits of information that are stored in the BIOS/ROM.

Back

System settings, boot sequence, hardware configuration

Front

Define Virtual Memory.

Back

A memory management capability that uses disk space to extend RAM.

Front

Explain the purpose of RAM in a Computer System.

Back

RAM stores data and machine code currently being used, allowing quick access by the CPU.