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What does RAM stand for?
Random Access Memory
What is another name for RAM?
Main memory
Is RAM volatile or nonvolatile?
Volatile — it loses data when the computer is powered off
What is nonvolatile memory?
Storage that retains data when powered off (e.g., hard drive)
What is virtual memory?
When a computer uses part of the hard drive as fake RAM when real memory runs out, much slower
What is the process of transferring data between RAM and hard drive called?
Memory swapping (or swap memory)
How do you fix slow virtual memory?
Add more physical RAM
What is binary code?
The system of 0s and 1s used to represent data in computers.
What does 1 byte equal?
8 bits
How many bytes does one keystroke represent (including spaces)?
1 byte per keystroke
How many bytes are in the phrase “This is a test”?
14 bytes