ROM (read only memory) is used to store the essential parts of the operating system while the computer is running, as well as the programs and data that the computer is currently using.

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Titus Shields

20 November, 21:59

ROM (read only memory) is used to store the essential parts of the operating system while the computer is running, as well as the programs and data that the computer is currently using.

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Duke · Answer 1

Answer: The question is right.

Explanation: ROM (read only memory) is the type of storage in a computer that stores permanent of semipermanent data. The data that is stored in ROM may only be read, just as the name indicates, this data cannot be modified.

ROM is nonvolatile like the RAM, and even after the computer is turned off, the data in the ROM still remains.

The essential programming that is needed to start the computer is stored in the ROM.

ROM performs major the major input/output tasks and stores programs and software instructions.