[Lenay Nichols]

The main difference between read-only memory (ROM) and random access memory (RAM) is how they store and use data. ROM stores permanent instructions like firmware or BIOS that help the computer start up, and the data stays there even when the power is turned off. RAM is different because it is temporary memory the computer uses while running programs and processing tasks, and the data is cleared once the system powers off. Another difference is that RAM can constantly be read from and written to, which makes it faster for active tasks. ROM is mainly read-only and stores important startup instructions that do not change often. In simple terms, ROM helps the computer boot up, while RAM helps it run programs while it’s on.