Typically refers to main memory (RAM), but may also refer to ROM and flash memory. In either case, internal memory generally refers to chips rather than disks or tapes. Some vendors call their disk drives "memory products," which only adds to the confusion. In this encyclopedia, "memory" always refers to RAM, the internal workspace of the computer, which loses its content when power is turned off (at least until MRAM, phase change memory or some other non-volatile technology reigns supreme). "Storage" refers to disks and tapes. See future memory chips.
internal memory: In a computer, all of the storage spaces that are accessible by a processor without the use of the computer input-output channels. Note: Internal memory usually includes several types of storage, such as main storage, cache memory, and special registers, all of which can be directly accessed by the processor. Synonym internal storage.
internal memory
internal memory: In a computer, all of the storage spaces that are accessible by a processor without the use of the computer input-output channels. Note: Internal memory usually includes several types of storage, such as main storage, cache memory, and special registers, all of which can be directly accessed by the processor. Synonym internal storage.
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