Storage and Memory
Computers need storage to keep data and programs. There are two main types:
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Primary storage (memory): This includes RAM (Random Access Memory), which is temporary and volatile, and ROM (Read Only Memory), which is permanent and stores essential instructions.
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Secondary storage: This is used for long-term data storage, such as hard disk drives (HDDs), solid-state drives (SSDs), USB flash drives, CDs, and cloud storage.
Together, memory and storage allow computers to run smoothly and handle large amounts of data.