memory unit
[/ˈmɛməri ˈjunɪt/]
nounpl: memory units
unidade de memória
1. A standard measurement of data storage capacity in computing, such as bytes, kilobytes, megabytes, gigabytes, or terabytes
A megabyte is a memory unit equal to one million bytes.
Um megabyte é uma unidade de memória igual a um milhão de bytes.
2. A physical or logical component of a computer system that stores data and information for processing and retrieval
The computer's RAM is the primary memory unit for temporary data storage.
A RAM do computador é a unidade de memória primária para armazenamento de dados temporários.
3. In psychology and cognitive science, a distinct segment of information stored and retrieved from the brain's memory system
Each memory unit in the brain corresponds to a specific experience or fact.
Cada unidade de memória no cérebro corresponde a uma experiência ou fato específico.
This is primarily a technical term used universally in computing and technology fields across both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking countries. In Brazil, the term is standardized in computer science education and the IT industry. There are no significant cultural variations in usage between regions, as it is a standardized technical vocabulary item.
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