Difference Between RAM and ROM

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In this article we are going to write some major differences between RAM and ROM

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• RAM
• ROM

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• ##star## RAM is larger and busier of the two. When program and data are joined into the computer they are put in RAM.
• ##star## ROM holds the built-in operating system, basic input output system (BIOS) and utility programs responsible for carrying out computers basic functions.

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• ##star## As the name implies, the memory location in RAM can be accessed randomly.
• ##star## These are normally accessed automatically when the computer is turned on.

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• ##star## When the contents of RAM are no longer in need, they can be created and replaced instantaneously with other program and data.
• ##star## The contents of ROM can not be changed. As the name implies, it can only be read and not written too.

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• ##star## In general RAM is volatile that is information is lost when the power supply is switched off. RAM may be static and dynamic.
• ##star## In general ROM is non-volatile, that is information is not lost when the power supply is switched off.