Year 8 HT1 : L4 - Memory & Storage

What are four key processes performed by all computing systems?

• Input, Output, Processing, Storage

• Memory, Storage, Processing, Networking

• RAM, ROM, SSD, HDD

• Software, Hardware, Firmware, Middleware

Which of the following are examples of general purpose computing systems?

• Smartphones, Tablets

• ATMs, Vending Machines

• Smart TVs, Game Consoles

• Digital Cameras, Fitness Trackers

Which of the following are examples of embedded computing systems?

• Smartphones, Tablets

• ATMs, Vending Machines

• Smart TVs, Game Consoles

• Digital Cameras, Fitness Trackers

What is the difference between memory and storage?

• Memory is volatile, while storage is non-volatile

• Memory is slower than storage

• Memory is used for long-term data storage, while storage is used for short-term data storage

• Memory and storage are the same thing

Which of the following is an example of non-volatile memory?

• RAM

• ROM

• SSD

• HDD

Which type of memory holds only the data your computer needs to process current instructions?

• RAM

• ROM

• SSD

• HDD

Which of the following is true about RAM?

• It is non-volatile

• It is permanently attached to the motherboard

• It holds long-term data storage

• It is used for short-term memory

Which of the following is an example of secondary storage?

• RAM

• ROM

• SSD

• HDD

Which type of secondary storage is larger but slower to retrieve data from?

• SSD

• HDD

• RAM

• ROM

Which factor should be considered when choosing a secondary storage medium?

• Color

• Weight

• Capacity

• Shape