What part of the computer provides only temporary storage of files ?
Verified Answer
A. ROM memory
B. RAM memory
C. hard drive
D. mother board
E. processor
Explanation:
RAM (Random Access Memory) provides temporary, volatile storage for files and programs currently in use. Its contents are lost when the computer is powered off. Option (a) ROM memory stores permanent boot-up instructions. Option (c) hard drive provides permanent, non-volatile storage. Options (d) motherboard and (e) processor are hardware components, not storage types. Thus, (b) is correct.