Question

quiz - unit 1: computers, information processing and storage
computing systems
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which of the following is lost when the computer is turned off?
○ long - term
○ cloud storage
○ short - term

Explanation:

Short - term memory (also known as Random - Access Memory, RAM) is volatile, meaning its data is lost when the computer loses power (is turned off). Long - term storage (like hard drives) and cloud storage retain data even when the computer is off.

Answer:

C. Short - term