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The Memory HierarchySept 29, 2006 Topics Storage technologies and trends Locality of reference Caching in the memory hierarchy Random-Access Memory (RAM) Key features RAM is traditionally packaged as a chip. Basic storage unit is normally a cell (one bit per cell). Multiple RAM chips form a memory. Static RAM (SRAM) Each cell stores a bit with a four or six-transistor circuit. Retains value indefinitely, as long as it is kept powered. Relatively insensitive to electrical noise (EMI), radiation, etc. Faster and more expensive than DRAM. Dynamic RAM (DRAM) Each cell stores bit with a capacitor.