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Learn: RAM - Purpose and Key Characteristics

OCR GCSE J277 Computer Science specification

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What does RAM do in a computer?

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RAM is {{blank0}} storage that is {{blank1}} when the computer is powered off.

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What happens when a computer runs out of RAM?

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Which of the following are true about RAM? (Select all that apply)

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A computer has 16GB of RAM and is using 4GB for multitasking. How much RAM is free?

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