Computer Science Ques 828

Question: Which computer system component is used for short- term data storage?

Options:

A) Hard drive

B) Floppy drive

C) CD-ROM

D) RAM

E) None of these

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

  • Random-access memory (RAM) is a form of computer data storage. It takes the form of integrated circuits that allow stored data to be accessed in any order in a constant time, regardless of its physical location and whether it Is related to the previous piece of data. RAM is often associated with volatile (short-term data storage) type of memory.