[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Memory

virtual memory

Using storage to extend RAM capacity.

Also known as: virtual RAM

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

virtual memory — Using storage to extend RAM capacity.

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See also: ROM swap.

Related Technical Terms

ROM
Read-Only Memory — non-volatile storage for firmware. Memory
swap
Using storage as virtual memory when RAM is full. Memory
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