What Is Physical Memory?

September 25, 2023

Physical memory (also known as RAM - random access memory) is a hardware component that provides temporary, high-speed storage for actively running processes, programs, and data. It allows the CPU to quickly access the data, significantly boosting a computer's performance. Unlike permanent storage devices (SSDs or hard drives), physical memory is volatile, which means it loses its data when the machine is powered off or restarted.

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