main memory
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Main Memory
Main memory or RAM is the workspace for the computer's processor. It is a temporary storage area where the programs and data being operated on by the processor must reside.
RAM comes in the form of modules. This is basically several RAM memory chips on a small printed circuit board. These modules vary in their electrical and physical design and must be compatible with the system into which they are being installed, i.e. the motherboard's memory sockets and chipset must support the specified memory.
When installing memory, whether you're upgrading, repairing or building a system, you first have to determine how much memory you need. The amount of memory is measured in megabytes. The more memory you have, the more programs you can open at the same time and more memory also means that programs can be executed faster...