memory content that’s lost when the power is interrupted or switched off 

memory or storage that’s saved regardless if the computer has power 

where it holds data, programs and instructions what are currently in use by the computer. It can be accessed quickly as its close to the cpu. 

long term storage that always keeps data and files on the computer or else as soon as the computer is turned off all data would be lost.

what’s an example or secondary storage?

English (UK)

includes volatile, non volatile and primary and secondary storage 

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Computer Science

AP Computer Science A

Discover why your smart TV needs secondary storage, find out if RAM is non-volatile storage, and whether BIOS is volatile or non-volatile. Learn if EEPROM and DRAM are volatile or non-volatile, and explore RAM and Flash storage types. We also explain why conventional disk drives are different from SSD drives!

Fun Computer Science Flash Cards: Volatile and Non-Volatile Storage for Kids

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Fun Computer Science Flash Cards: Volatile and Non-Volatile Storage for Kids

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