B2 noun Neutre

RAM

/ræm/

RAM, or Random Access Memory, refers to a computer's short-term memory where data is stored for immediate use by the processor. It allows a device to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and affects the speed at which programs run, but its contents are lost when the device is powered off.

Exemples

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1

I need to close some browser tabs because they are using up all my RAM.

I need to close some browser tabs because they are using up all my RAM.

2

The workstation is equipped with 64GB of RAM to support high-end video editing software.

The workstation is equipped with 64GB of RAM to support high-end video editing software.

3

My old laptop is so slow; it definitely needs a RAM boost.

My old laptop is so slow; it definitely needs a RAM boost.

Famille de mots

Nom
RAM
Adjectif
RAM-heavy
Apparenté
Random Access Memory
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Astuce mémo

Think of RAM as the surface of your desk: the larger the desk (more RAM), the more papers you can have open and work on at once. Your filing cabinet is the hard drive (storage).

Quiz rapide

If your computer is lagging while you are multitasking, you likely need more ________.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : RAM

Exemples

1

I need to close some browser tabs because they are using up all my RAM.

everyday

I need to close some browser tabs because they are using up all my RAM.

2

The workstation is equipped with 64GB of RAM to support high-end video editing software.

formal

The workstation is equipped with 64GB of RAM to support high-end video editing software.

3

My old laptop is so slow; it definitely needs a RAM boost.

informal

My old laptop is so slow; it definitely needs a RAM boost.

4

Research suggests that increasing system RAM can decrease the execution time of complex algorithms.

academic

Research suggests that increasing system RAM can decrease the execution time of complex algorithms.

5

The technical requirements for the new CRM software include a minimum of 8GB of RAM per terminal.

business

The technical requirements for the new CRM software include a minimum of 8GB of RAM per terminal.

Famille de mots

Nom
RAM
Adjectif
RAM-heavy
Apparenté
Random Access Memory

Collocations courantes

expand the RAM to increase the amount of memory
RAM capacity the total amount of memory available
insufficient RAM not having enough memory
allocate RAM to assign memory to a specific task
RAM intensive requiring a large amount of memory

Phrases Courantes

upgrade the RAM

to replace or add memory modules

clear the RAM

to free up memory by closing programs

eat up RAM

to consume a large portion of the memory

Souvent confondu avec

RAM vs Storage

RAM is temporary and fast for current tasks, while storage (like an SSD) is permanent for saving files.

RAM vs ROM

ROM is 'Read-Only Memory' and is permanent, whereas RAM can be written to and is erased when power is lost.

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Notes d'usage

RAM is typically used as an uncountable noun when referring to the capacity (e.g., 'more RAM'), but can be treated as a countable noun when referring to physical modules ('two sticks of RAM'). It is almost always written in all capital letters as it is an acronym.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often think that adding more RAM will increase their storage space for photos and files, which is incorrect; it only helps with speed and multitasking.

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Astuce mémo

Think of RAM as the surface of your desk: the larger the desk (more RAM), the more papers you can have open and work on at once. Your filing cabinet is the hard drive (storage).

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Origine du mot

An acronym for 'Random Access Memory,' first coined in the 1960s to describe memory that can be accessed in any order.

Modèles grammaticaux

Usually uncountable Always capitalized Used as a noun modifier (e.g., RAM upgrade)
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Contexte culturel

In tech and gaming culture, the amount of RAM a person has is often a point of pride and a key metric for device performance.

Quiz rapide

If your computer is lagging while you are multitasking, you likely need more ________.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : RAM

Mots lis

multicentcide

C1

To systematically destroy or neutralize multiple core centers of operation, power, or biological activity within a single system. This term is often used in specialized strategic or scientific contexts to describe a targeted attack on all vital hubs simultaneously to ensure total system collapse.

enspecty

C1

To examine a subject, document, or object with extreme precision and exhaustive detail, often to ensure it meets rigorous quality standards. It implies a more intrusive and systematic level of investigation than a standard inspection, typically performed by a specialist or auditor.

multiaudate

C1

To simultaneously monitor, listen to, or process multiple streams of audio information or diverse vocal perspectives. It is typically used in technical or academic contexts to describe the high-level cognitive act of filtering and analyzing concurrent auditory inputs.

homohydrward

C1

Describing a biological or chemical movement or tendency toward maintaining internal fluid consistency or moving toward a moisture source with identical properties. It refers to a directional state where the primary driver is the achievement of uniform hydration equilibrium.

antilaterary

C1

A noun referring to a position, point, or entity located on the exact opposite side of a central axis, midline, or reference point. It is used in specialized logic and spatial reasoning contexts to describe counter-positioning or mirror-image placement.

mishospcy

C1

Describes a quality of being ungracious or providing poor hospitality, specifically characterized by a lack of genuine warmth or a failed attempt at being welcoming. It is used to label environments or behaviors that feel cold, awkward, or subtly hostile despite an expectation of care.

ungeoary

C1

Describes something that lacks geographical characteristics or is independent of physical location and spatial terrain. It is often used in abstract or digital contexts where physical boundaries and coordinates are irrelevant.

dearchism

C1

A structural or philosophical approach characterized by the rejection of hierarchy, centralized authority, or a singular dominant 'arch' (rule). It advocates for decentralized, horizontal organization where power and focus are distributed evenly across a system.

coclauddom

C1

The state or condition of being collectively shut away or secluded in a shared environment. It refers to a group or community that exists within a self-contained, closed space, often by choice or social necessity.

synprivward

C1

A synprivward is a specialized protocol or linguistic barrier used to safeguard sensitive information during collaborative data exchanges. It acts as a protective layer that synchronizes privacy standards across different entities to prevent unauthorized access while maintaining group workflow.

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