What is RAM?
Random Access Memory
A temporary memory unit where the computer quickly reads and writes the data it actively uses.
Overview
It is a workspace where the data is deleted when the computer is turned off, but it works at lightning speed because it is very close to the processor. The processor pulls all the files it needs to do a job here.
How it works
When programs are opened, they are copied from the hard disk to RAM, the processor receives and processes the data from there.
Where it is used
It is an essential piece of hardware in all computers, phones and servers.
Commonly confused with
Mixed with storage (HDD/SSD); RAM is the temporary workspace while storage is the permanent library.
Frequently asked questions
What happens if RAM becomes full?
The computer slows down or applications close.
Does more RAM always increase speed?
It increases it to the required level, and the excess remains idle.
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