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Memory refers to the amount of storage you have in your computer. We'll explore topics like RAM, caching and virtual memory.
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Tyson, Jeff, and Dave Coustan. "How RAM Works." 25 August 2000. HowStuffWorks.com. <http://computer.howstuffworks.com/ram.htm> 13 May 2008.
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