The memory in a computer that holds programs and data for rapid access during execution of a program; it usually hold the largest quantity of rapid-access storage in a computer; -- also called RAM (random access memory. It is contrasted to ROM, disk data storage, cache, registers and other forms of data storage.
This is the big store house of data located within the main computer outside of the microprocessor. At times the Main Memory may send in data or instructions for the Prefetch Unit, which often get stored at an address in the Instruction Cache to be used later.
That area in the CPU where programs are stored before data can be processed or a program can be executed. RAM is temporary memory; when you turn the computer off it is emptied out.
the level of memory hierarchy farthest from the processor. [SILC99
The part of a computer's memory that is directly accessible by the CPU (usually synonymous with RAM).
A term often used to describe RAM (Random Access Memory). This is the part of the computer system used to store data being processed or data that has recently been accessed. RAM is volatile and is not saved when the system is powered off.
Volatile physical memory that allows random access with virtually no delay. This is often referred to as RAM (Random Access Memory).
A computer's main memory can be thought of as a holding ground for the data and instructions the CPU will need to complete the requested operations. The CPU and main memory are connected by the "system bus", a data pathway over which information travels between the two. SDRAM is currently the most common type of memory used for a PC's main memory, though DDR SDRAM and RDRAM are also used. In addition, the main memory should not be confused with the hard drive. A hard drive offers long-term storage, whereas the main memory only holds information until you turn off your computer. The amount of memory a PC user needs these days ranges from 32 to 256MB or more.
A level of random access memory that lies between cache or register memory and extended random access memory. Main memory has higher capacity, but it is slower than cache or registers and has less capacity but faster access than extended random access memory. Unfortunately, some newer supercomputer models have introduced another tier of memory structure, so that what is referred to as cache, main, and extended is getting somewhat confusing.
The amount of memory physically installed in your computer. Also referred to as "RAM".
where the computer stores the data and commands that are currently being used.
A non-moving storage device utilizing one of a number of types of electronic circuitry to store information.