Overview
RAM is the 'short-term memory' of a computer. It provides fast access to data that the CPU is currently using. RAM is volatile, meaning it loses its contents when the power is turned off.
Types of RAM
- SRAM (Static RAM): Faster and more expensive, used for CPU cache.
- DRAM (Dynamic RAM): Slower and cheaper, used for main system memory.
- SDRAM (Synchronous DRAM): Synchronized with the system clock for better performance.
Importance
Having more RAM allows a computer to run more applications simultaneously and handle larger datasets without slowing down.