"Offering free computer help, hints, and tips to the Internet populace." Now with over 3,820 tips!

Computer Memory Definitions
Help and Tips

Definitions for terms related to computer memory such as byte, megabyte, RAM, and ROM.


 

#1: What is the Binary Number System?
Briefly explains the binary number system and its importance in computer technology.

#2: What is a Kilobyte? Megabyte? Gigabyte? Terabyte? Petabyte? Exabyte?
This tip defines the following computer memory terms: kilobyte, megabyte, gigabyte, terabyte, petabyte, and exabyte.

#3: What is a Bit?
This tip defines the computer memory term 'bit'.

#4: What is RAM?
This tip provides basic information on computer Random Access Memory (RAM) and how less of it can affect your computer's speed.

#5: What is a Byte?
This tip defines the computer memory term 'byte' and explains how 8 bits can hold one of 256 values.

#6: What is ROM?
This tip provides a very basic definition of Read Only Memory (ROM).

<- Go back to Computer Basics

 


New in MalekTips:

RSS Feeds- Subscribe!

You want the latest tech tips and tricks in your e-mail Inbox - FREE? Type your e-mail address below and click 'Get Tips!'.
 


( sample / details )
( opt-out instructions )