Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - Hardware (Section 8 - No. 26)
What is the primary difference between RAM and ROM?
RAM is faster than ROM.
RAM is used for long-term storage, while ROM is used for short-term storage.
RAM is volatile (data is lost when power is off), while ROM is non-volatile.
ROM is cheaper than RAM.
Shpjegimi
RAM is volatile, meaning it requires power to retain data, while ROM is non-volatile and retains data even without power.