Memory and memory modules

Student name: Zuko Khephu Mzimasi Bulani

Memory and memory modulesMemory it’s the part where every data you save is stored.

Memory module is a broad term used to refer to a series of dynamic random access memory integrated circuits modules mounted on a printed circuit board and designed for use in personal computers, workstations and servers.

Types of memory modulesDual in-line package memoryTransFlash Memory ModuleSIPP memory, single in-line pin package

memorySIMM, a single in-line memory moduleDIMM, dual in-line memory moduleRambus memory modules are a subset of

DIMMs, but are usually referred to as RIMMsSO-DIMM, small outline DIMM, a smaller

version of the DIMM, used in laptops

Read access memory(RAM) Random access memory, a type of computer memory

that can be accessed randomly; that is, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computers and other devices, such as printers.

Types of RAM with different pins

What Is Random Access Memory Used for?

Random access memory is used for saving data. The data can be saved and be retrieved quickly depending on the space of the random access memory for the lower the amount of random access memory the slower the machine.

Types of RAM

There are two different types of RAM:DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory)SRAM (Static Random Access Memory).The two types of RAM differ in the technology they use to hold data, with DRAM being the more common type.

DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory)

Dynamic random-access memory (DRAM) is a type of random-access memory that stores each bit of data in a separate capacitor within an integrated circuit.

Types of DRAMSYNCHRONOUS DRAM (SDRAM)DOUBLE DATA RATE SYNCHRONOUS DRAM (DDR SDRAM)

DIRECT RAMBUS (RDRAM)

SRAM (Static Random Access Memory).

SRAM is a type of memory that is faster and more reliable than the more common DRAM (dynamic RAM). The term static is derived from the fact that it doesn't need to be refreshed like dynamic RAM.

Types of SRAM

Asynchronous SRAMsSynchronous SRAMsSpecial SRAMs Non-Volatile RAM (NVRAM) and Battery-Back SRAM (BRAM)

Difference between SRAM and DRAM

Computer memory slots

A memory slot, memory socket, or RAM slot is what allows computer memory (RAM) to be inserted into the computer. Depending on the motherboard, there will usually be 2 to 4 memory slots (sometimes more on high-end motherboards) and are what determine the type of RAM used with the computer

Memory slots

Slots in Motherboard

Conclusion

We have gathered that memory and memory module are the computer aspects that we use on daily days on our personal computers as they are part of storing data

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