ABSTRACT

Memory is defined as basic unit of a computer where data and instructions are stored. It is organized into locations. Every memory location is called one memory word. The number of bits present in each location is called word length of the memory. It is generally multiplied by 8 bits. The capacity of the memory is defi ne as the total numbered location in the memory. The capacity is the product of memory locations and word length of the mem-ory. Every memory has specific address. The memory is used to store information such as instructions, data, intermediate, and final results.