Tag Archive for: RAM

What is ROM?

ROM, which stands for read-only memory, is a type of memory that cannot usually be changed once it has been created. This is essential for many electronics today, from computers to microwaves to smartphones. Just about anything that needs to boot up a program to turn on will have ROM installed for that purpose. What […]

What exactly is RAM and how does it work?

RAM is short for “random access memory”. This essential component is what allows computers, smartphones, and other devices to run efficiently. Without RAM, a phone would be unable to run applications and even simple tasks such as browsing the web on a computer would take an intolerably long time. What is RAM? To those in […]