What is an example of primary memory?

Random Access Memory (RAM) and cache are both examples of a primary storage device. The image shows three different types storage for computer data. Primary storage's key differences from the others are that it is directly accessible by the CPU, it is volatile and non-removable. read more

Corsair PC3-17000 Dominator GT 2GB, Crucial Technology PC3-17000 Ballistix 2GB and Kingston PC3-17060 HyperX H2O 2GB are a few examples of primary memory, often called RAM or Random Access Memory, that hold 2 gigabytes of data. read more

Primary Storage vs. Secondary Storage. Internal to your computer, the primary storage gathers and holds your data and files on a temporary or short-term basis until it is no longer required. It is the fastest category of memory or storage devices. read more

Primary memory is a computer system's volatile storage mechanism. It may be random access memory (RAM), cache memory or data buses, but is primarily associated with RAM. As soon as a computer starts, primary memory loads all running applications, including the base operating system (OS), user interface and any user-installed and running software utility. read more