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COM 101 Components of a Computer System Objective Question
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What is the purpose of cache memory?
Options
A To permanently store the computer's boot instructions.
B To provide large-scale, long-term file storage.
C A type of fast memory (RAM cache or CPU cache) for frequently accessed data.
Correct Answer
D To connect the computer to a network.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Cache memory, listed under memory types, is a small, fast memory component (RAM cache or CPU cache) that stores frequently accessed data to speed up processing by the CPU.

Hint

This is a special, very high-speed memory that acts as a buffer between the CPU and main memory.

Question Info

Course: COM 101
Topic: Components of a Computer System
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 798 of 1018
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