What is the permanent memory built into your computer called?
Verified Answer
A. (a) RAM
B. (b) ROM
C. (c) CPU
D. (d) CD-ROM
E. (e) None of these
Explanation:
Option (b) ROM (Read-Only Memory) is the correct answer. ROM is a type of non-volatile, permanent memory built into the computer that stores essential system instructions (like the BIOS/firmware) needed for startup. Option (a) RAM (Random Access Memory) is temporary and volatile. Option (c) CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the processor, not memory. Option (d) CD-ROM is an optical storage medium, typically used as secondary storage, not the core 'built-in permanent memory' of the computer system itself. Therefore, (e) None of these is incorrect.