Difference Between RAM and ROM

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Difference Between RAM and ROM
	RAM	ROM
1.	RAM is larger and busier of the two. When program and data are joined into the computer they are put in RAM.	ROM holds the built-in operating system, basic input output system (BIOS) and utility programs responsible for carrying out computers basic functions.
2.	As the name implies, the memory location in RAM can be accessed randomly.	These are normally accessed automatically when the computer is turned on.
3.	When the contents of RAM are no longer in need, they can be created and replaced instantaneously with other program and data.	The contents of ROM can not be changed. As the name implies, it can only be read and not written too.
4.	In general RAM is volatile that is information is lost when the power supply is switched off. RAM may be static and dynamic.	In general ROM is non-volatile, that is information is not lost when the power supply is switched off.