What is the difference between RAM and ROM?
Correct answer: A. RAM is volatile, ROM is non-volatile
- A. RAM is volatile, ROM is non-volatile
- B. RAM is non-volatile, ROM is volatile
- C. Both are volatile
- D. Both are non-volatile
Explanation
The main difference between RAM (Random Access Memory) and ROM (Read-Only Memory) is their volatility:• RAM is volatile, meaning its contents are lost when the power is turned off. It is used for temporary storage of data and instructions during program execution.• ROM is non-volatile, meaning its contents are permanently stored and do not get erased even when the power is turned off. It is used to store permanent data and instructions, such as the computer's BIOS (Basic Input/Output System).The other options (b), (c), and (d) are incorrect because they do not accurately represent the volatility characteristics of RAM and ROM
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