CBSE Class 11 Computer Science Question 22 of 107

Computer System Overview — Question 14

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Question 10

What is the meaning of the term volatile primary memory ? What can be done to overcome the problems of volatility ?

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Volatile primary memory means that when the power goes off, the contents of the primary memory get erased.

Since computer's primary memory is volatile or temporary, secondary memory space is used to store data and information permanently for later use. Secondary storage media are the hard disk, CD-RWs, pen drive etc.