An electronic book reader (e-reader) contains both RAM and ROM.
Tick (✓) one box in each row to show whether each statement is true for the RAM or the ROM in an e-reader.
| Statement | RAM | ROM |
|---|---|---|
| Stores the start-up instructions (bootstrap) used to boot up the e-reader. | ||
| Crucially, its contents are volatile and will be lost when the device is completely powered down. | ||
| Temporarily holds the text and images of the digital book currently being read. |
Practise OCR GCSE Computer Science Primary storage (memory) with exam-style questions for GCSE Computer Science. 15 questions, matched to the OCR GCSE Computer Science (J277) specification and written in Component 01 and Component 02 style. Every question includes a full worked solution and mark scheme, so you can see where marks are awarded rather than just whether you got the answer right.