Database System Concepts
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When both RAM (Random Access Memory) and cache memory are transistor-based, why do we need cache memory? Can all applications be run on a single kind of computer memory?
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- What is the purpose of having cache memory if we already have RAM, which is a memory that is built on transistors and may quickly get corrupted?Is it feasible to operate a computer with only a single kind of memory installed at a time?arrow_forwardGiven that RAM (Random Access Memory) uses transistors, one could wonder why we also need cache memory. Can every program really benefit from the same kind of computer memory?arrow_forwardIf RAM (Random Access Memory) and cache memory are both transistor-based, then why do we need cache memory? Is it feasible to use a single kind of computer memory for all applications?arrow_forward
- There are certain drawbacks to dynamic memory, despite the fact that it has many benefits over static memory.arrow_forwardCache memory seems unnecessary when volatile RAM is already accessible. This question is unanswerable since RAM and cache memory are transistor-based. Do you think a single-memory computer can do all its tasks?arrow_forwardWhat is the advantage of virtual memory? Are there any disadvantages?arrow_forward
- What is the point of having cache memory if we already have RAM, which is a memory that is built on volatile transistors? Is it feasible for a computer to use just a single kind of memory at a time?arrow_forwardThe question, "What exactly is dynamic memory, and how is it different from static memory?" is one that many people would want answered.arrow_forwardSince both RAM and cache memory are built on transistors, why do we need cache memory since RAM (Random Access Memory) already serves as a volatile memory? Is it feasible to use a single kind of computer memory for all applications?arrow_forward
- Direct Memory Access (DMA) is a technology that makes the system more concurrent. How does it work? How much does this complicate the process of developing new pieces of hardware?arrow_forwardWhat is the purpose of having cache memory if RAM (Random Access Memory) is based on transistors? Is it even possible to run every program on the same kind of computer memory?arrow_forwardIn what ways does dynamic memory vary from static memory, and how does one go about implementing it?arrow_forward
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