random memory

random memory
noun
the most common computer memory which can be used by programs to perform necessary tasks while the computer is on; an integrated circuit memory chip allows information to be stored or accessed in any order and all storage locations are equally accessible (Freq. 1)
Hypernyms: ↑volatile storage
Hyponyms: ↑magnetic core memory, ↑core memory
Part Meronyms: ↑buffer, ↑buffer storage, ↑buffer store, ↑core, ↑magnetic core, ↑RAM disk

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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