Midterm Reviewer Part 4

Loses its contents when power is turned off (RAM)

Does not lose contents when power is removed (ROM)

Speeds the processes of the computer because it stores frequently used instructions and data

Memory chips storing permanent data and instructions

Blank ROM chip that can be written to permanently

Can be erased electronically and rewritten

The amount of time it takes the processor to read from memory, measured in nanoseconds

A socket on the motherboard that can hold an adapter card

Enhances functions of a component of the system unit and/or provides connections to peripherals

Converts the wall outlet AC power into DC power