Unit 6 Reading — Memory and Storage

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Memory and Storage

In this unit you will learn the differences between computer memory and computer storage. Memory and storage are important concepts to master in Information Technology. The two terms are often used interchangeably, so it is important to understand the key differences.

Computer memory needs to be quick. It is constantly feeding the CPU with data to process. Since nobody likes to wait for a computer, high-quality computers will have fast processors with lots of quick memory. This type of memory is commonly known as RAM. This type of memory is volatile which means that the actual data disappears when the computer loses power.

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Discussion Questions
  • How much memory does your computer have? How much storage does your computer have? Is it enough? What could you do with more memory and more storage?
  • Research and summarize the latest developments in quantum computing and quantum memory. How will it change computers? Is this still science fiction? Is it likely to become common in the next 25 years?

Quiz: Reading Comprehension

1. Video memory is a volatile, especially fast type of RAM.
 
 
2. A hard disk drive (HDD) is a type of semiconductor storage.
 
 
3. Tape drives and diskettes are rather out-dated magnetic storage devices
 
 
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