random access memory
[/ˈrændəm ˈæksɛs ˈmɛməri/]
noun
memória de acesso aleatório
1. A type of computer memory that allows data to be read or written in any order, independent of the physical location of the data in the memory
The computer's random access memory determines how many applications can run simultaneously.
A memória de acesso aleatório do computador determina quantos aplicativos podem ser executados simultaneamente.
2. Volatile memory that is cleared when the computer is powered off
Random access memory is faster than hard disk storage but loses all data when the power is turned off.
A memória de acesso aleatório é mais rápida do que o armazenamento em disco rígido, mas perde todos os dados quando o computador é desligado.
In both Brazilian and American tech contexts, the term 'RAM' is widely used as shorthand for 'random access memory.' This is particularly prevalent in Brazil's growing tech industry and among computer enthusiasts. The full term is typically used in formal technical documentation, while the abbreviation dominates in casual conversation, marketing, and everyday usage across both cultures.
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