Quiz: Virtual Memory: How It Works (RAM ↔ Secondary Storage)
OCR GCSE J277 Computer Science specification
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Building on what you've learned about primary storage, let's test your understanding of how virtual memory works and why it's needed!
What is the purpose of virtual memory?
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Which of the following are true about virtual memory? (Select all that apply)
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Virtual memory is located on {{blank0}} storage and is used when {{blank1}} is full.
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Why is virtual memory slower than RAM?
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What are the drawbacks of virtual memory? (Select all that apply)
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When data is moved between RAM and virtual memory, this process is called {{blank0}}.
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What happens if a computer relies too much on virtual memory?
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