RAM (Random Access Memory) is one of the hardware devices in a computer that has an important role in the performance of a computer. Well, for those who are studying computer science, you should know about the meaning and function of RAM itself.
For those of you who have disassembled a desktop PC, you must already know what RAM is, where it is and what it looks like. But, so that you can understand in depth about the function of RAM, you can listen to the following review.
What is RAM
Understanding RAM is an abbreviation of Random Access Memory which means a hardware device on a computer that works as a temporary data storage (memory) when the computer is working to run a command so that it can run quickly. So, the more RAM on the computer, the faster the computer’s performance in executing commands.
For example, you have Computer Desktop with 2GB RAM and want to open Photoshop software/program. The PC took up to 5-10 seconds to enter the Photoshop program earlier. But, when you add RAM to 4GB, the process of entering the program can only take 2-3 seconds.
Other things will also be very influential when you run other programs or play games. The loading will take longer when you use a small RAM.
RAM has several structures in it, namely:
- Input storage whose function is to store / accommodate data input and commands
- Program Storage whose function is to store program instructions to be run
- Working Storage whose function is to store data to be processed and the results of processing
- Output Storage whose function is to accommodate the final result of the data to be displayed to the output device.
Functions and Types of RAM in Computers
Actually, from the understanding alone, we already know that the function of RAM is as a temporary storage area when the program on the computer is being run. The greater the RAM capacity, the faster the program process works.
- Reading Data – So that the process of opening data stored on the hard disk can be fast
- Temporary Storage – RAM as temporary storage when a program is running
- Improve Graphics Performance
The function of RAM on computers and cellphones is the same, both as temporary data storage places while programs are running. There are 3 types of RAM that you should know, including Dynamic RAM, Sychronous Dynamic RAM, Double Rate RAM, Rambus Dynamic RAM and EDO RAM.
Now that’s a review of the meaning of computer RAM which is equipped with an explanation of the function of RAM. Hope it is useful.
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