Computer Science GCSE
Volatile Memory
What Volatile Memory means in Computer Science GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Volatile Memory
Memory that loses its contents when the power is turned off (e.g., RAM).
Topics that use Volatile Memory
- Hardware (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
- Topic 3: Computers (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- Secondary Storage
- Von Neumann Architecture
- Clock Speed
- Embedded System
- Machine Code
- Operating System
- Register
- Utility Software
Using Volatile Memory in the exam
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