synchronous memory
[sɪŋˈkrɑːnəs ˈmɛməri]
nounpl: synchronous memories
memória síncrona
1. A type of computer memory that operates in sync with the system clock, where data access is timed to clock pulses
Synchronous memory is faster than asynchronous memory because it operates in coordination with the CPU clock cycle.
A memória síncrona é mais rápida que a memória assíncrona porque opera em coordenação com o ciclo do relógio da CPU.
2. RAM that is synchronized with the bus speed of the motherboard for improved performance
Most modern computers use synchronous memory modules to maximize data transfer rates.
A maioria dos computadores modernos usa módulos de memória síncrona para maximizar as taxas de transferência de dados.
This is a technical term predominantly used in computing and technology sectors in both Brazil and Portugal. It reflects the globalized nature of IT terminology, where English terms are widely adopted. In Brazilian universities and tech companies, the term 'memória síncrona' is standard, often used alongside English abbreviations like SDRAM. The term carries no cultural connotations beyond its technical meaning.
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