Informatics Practices
Answer
RAM (Random Access Memory) is used for primary storage in computes to hold active information of data and instructions.
Difference Between RAM and ROM:
| RAM | ROM |
|---|---|
| It stands for Random Access Memory. | It stands for Read Only Memory. |
| It is a volatile or temporary memory. | It is a non-volatile or permanent memory. |
| Data gets erased when the power is switched off. | Data is stored permanently. |
| It is faster than ROM. | It is slower than RAM. |
| It is used in the normal operations of a computer after starting up and loading the operating system. | A ROM chip is used primarily in the start-up process of a computer. |