external memory
[ɪkˈstɜːrnəl ˈmeməri]
nounpl: external memories
memória externa
1. Computer storage devices or systems that are physically separate from a computer's main processing unit, used to store data permanently or temporarily
The laptop's external memory includes a USB flash drive and an external hard drive.
A memória externa do notebook inclui um pen drive USB e um disco rígido externo.
2. In psychology and cognitive science, any tool, device, or system used to store information outside of the human brain
Taking notes is a form of external memory that helps students retain information.
Fazer anotações é uma forma de memória externa que ajuda os alunos a reter informações.
3. Secondary storage media such as hard drives, SSDs, flash drives, or cloud storage
All project files should be backed up to external memory for safety.
Todos os arquivos do projeto devem ser salvos em memória externa para segurança.
The term 'external memory' is widely used in both Brazilian Portuguese and Portugal in technical and educational contexts. In Brazil's growing tech industry hubs like São Paulo, the term is standard in computer science education and IT professionals' vocabulary. The concept has become increasingly important with cloud computing adoption and data security awareness across Portuguese-speaking countries.
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