RAM and ROM

RAM:

RAM short for Random Access Memory.

It is a type of memory and a data Storage device.

It is temporary memory.

Advantages:

•  the main advantage of ram is you can "write" to ram at any time, and the erase the ram at any time an "rewrite" over it.
• it is easily accessible.

Disadvantage:

• It has a disadvantage in that you need to constantly supply it with power.
• it will lose its information.
• It is temporary memory.

ROM:

ROM short for Read only Memory.

It is a type of memory and is a data storage device.

It is a permanent memory.

Advantages:

• ROM advantage is that (generally) once it is "written" to, it will be there forever.
• Roms are often used in fixed situations like the chip that runs a dishwasher.
• it does not require constant source of electricity.