"dynamic random access memory" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: dynamic random access memories [plural]
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  1. (computing) A form of random access memory that requires fewer transistors per bit than SRAM, but in which each bit needs to be refreshed regularly to retain its contents. Tags: uncountable, usually Categories (topical): Computing Related terms: static random access memory
    Sense id: en-dynamic_random_access_memory-en-noun-nZSnNZ9d Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences

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