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'''Random-access memory''' ('''RAM''') is a form of [[computer]] data storage.
'''Random-access memory''' ('''RAM''') is a volatile form of semiconductor data storage for [[computer]] and other electronics. Information stored in this kind of memory can be accessed and modified very quickly. However, a small amount of constant power is required to retain information. For these reasons, it is generally used as temporary memory, which contains variables and values used by the [[operating system]] and other [[software]] for a short time. Any valuable information stored in RAM must be copied to non-volatile memory (which does not require power to retain information) before power is disconnected from the RAM, since the RAM resets when powered off.
[[Category:Computers]]
[[Category:Computers]]