Types of Memory.pptx
Types of Memory.pptx
Sri Jyothi
Program : BBA(BA) IB
Course : BCS
Academic Year: 2024-25
Computer Memory
Computer memory is the part of the system where data and instructions are stored, either temporarily
or permanently, to enable the computer to perform tasks. Computers use a binary numbering system to
represent and store data, which consists of 0's and 1's. These binary digits, called bits, are the smallest
unit of data in a computer. The use of 0's and 1's allows computers to work efficiently with digital
electronics, as these values represent the two states of an electrical circuit: on (1) and off (0).
The memory is divided into large number of small parts called cells.
Each location or cell has a unique address, which varies from zero to memory size
minus one.
For example, if the computer has 64k words, then this memory unit has 64 * 1024
= 65536 memory locations. The address of these locations varies from 0 to 65535.
● RAM (Random Access Memory) is the internal memory of the CPU for
● SRAM (static RAM) is a type of random access memory (RAM) that retains
data bits in its memory as long as power is being supplied.
● However, data is lost when the power gets down due to volatile nature.
● SRAM is commonly used for a computer's cache memory
● SRAM chips are often used in cell phones, wearables and other consumer
electronics.
● They also be embedded in medical products,such as hearing aids
● SRAM is used in toys, appliances, automobiles, industrial equipment and
a wide range of IoT devices(Connected cars,Smart appliances)
Characteristic of Static RAM
● Long life
● No need to refresh
● Faster
● Large size
● Expensive
● High power consumption
Dynamic RAM (DRAM)
● Dynamic random access memory (DRAM) is a type of semiconductor memory that is
typically used for the data or program code needed by a computer processor to
function.
● DRAM is a common type of random access memory (RAM) used in personal
computers (PCs), workstations, and servers.
1. Non-volatile in nature
2. Cannot be accidentally changed
3. Cheaper than RAMs
4. Easy to test
5. More reliable than RAMs
6. Static and do not require refreshing
Types Of Roms And Their Characteristics
● CD-R (compact disc recordable): Once the data has been written
onto it cannot be erased, it can only be read.
● CD-RW (compact disc rewritable): It is a special type of CD in
which data can be erased and rewritten as many times as we want. It
is also called an erasable CD.
Digital Versatile Disc
Digital Versatile Disc: A Digital Versatile Disc also known as DVD it
is looks just like a CD, but the storage capacity is greater compared to
CD, it stores up to 4.7 GB of data. DVD-ROM drive is needed to use
DVD on a computer. The video files, like movies or video recordings,
etc., are generally stored on DVD and you can run DVD using the
DVD player. DVD is of three types: