An automated deep-sea research probe is deployed to monitor hydrothermal vents on the ocean floor. It records live temperature spikes, calculates chemical concentrations, and executes its navigation routines.
The probe's onboard computer system utilizes both RAM and ROM.
Explain one fundamental difference between the characteristics or purposes of RAM and ROM in this automated system.
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.