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    Question

    Which type of Memory is typically the fastest in a

    computer system?
    A Hard Disk Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B RAM Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Cache Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D ROM Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Virtual Memory Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Cache memory is the fastest type of memory in a computer system, located close to the CPU. It stores frequently accessed data and instructions to speed up processing. Cache memory plays a critical role in improving overall system performance by reducing access time. a) Hard Disk is a form of secondary storage, much slower than cache. b) RAM is faster than secondary storage but slower than cache. d) ROM is read-only memory, slower than cache and mainly used for storing firmware. e) Virtual Memory is a section of the hard drive used to simulate additional RAM, and it is the slowest form of memory.

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