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Primary storage (1.2.1) MatchUp
Target Level
4-5
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ROM
Volatile
RAM
Removable Storage
Primary Storage
Non-volatile
Register
Secondary Storage
Virtual Memory
Cache
Type of memory that holds the programs that are currently running
Stores programs that are not in use
The type of memory that can be easily removed from the computer to transfer or store files
Primary storage that allows any memory location to be accessed in the same amount of time
A small but very fast memory store used by the CPU to store data that it is likely to reuse
Memory that cannot have data written to it
A small but extremely fast memory store within the CPU, used to temporarily store data and instructions during processing
Describes any type of memory that loses its data when it loses power
Describes any type of memory that retains its contents when power is cut
Allows secondary storage to be used as primary storage