what is memory in computer

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what is ram memory

Random Access Memory (RAM)

In order to process information the computer requires to store partial or precomputed information. And the access to these information should be very fast. For this purpose, a special memory chip called Random Access Memory (RAM) is used. It is also called primary storage or Memory of Computer.

RAM is termed as short-term memory or volatile memory because the contents of RAM are lost whenever the computer is turned off or rebooted.

RAM Slots: The RAM area of the system board contains a number of memory slots rather like expansion slots, but they dont have to be along the back of the case. Depending on how much memory your computer has, some of the slots may be empty.

How much RAM? 

RAM is measured in MB (megabytes)  or GB (gigabytes). The computer can finish more tasks in less time if it has higher RAM. On the other hand, computer without enough RAM often gets sluggish especially when multiple tasks are run in parallel. In todays desktop and laptop computer, RAM ranges from 4 GB to 16 GB. Additional RAM normally improves performance of the computer.

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