What is Memory and Cache Memory

Computer Memory

 Memory is an essential component of any digital computer. It is storing device. It stores programs and data, which is required by the CPU, and the results generated after processing. This storage enables us to use the stored data to in future.

Cache Memory

The cache memory (pronounced as cash) is placed in between the CPU and Main memory. It is much faster than main memory. Its access time is much less compared to that of the main memory. The cache memory is an intermediate memory and is not accessible to users.

It stores instructions and data, which are to be immediately executed.It is used to reduce the average access time reading data, which normally stored in the main memory. The cache memory increases the operating speed of the system. But it is much costlier than main memory.

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