Read-only Memory (Noun)

Meaning

(computer science) memory whose contents can be accessed and read but cannot be changed.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

• The computer's firmware was stored in read-only memory to prevent accidental modifications.
• The BIOS settings were stored in read-only memory to ensure the computer's basic functions remained intact.
• The microcontroller's program was stored in read-only memory to prevent tampering.
• The device's operating system was stored in read-only memory to maintain its integrity.
• The embedded system's configuration data was stored in read-only memory to prevent unauthorized changes.

Synonyms

• Read-only Storage
• ROM
• Fixed Storage

Hypernyms

• Computer Memory
• Computer Storage
• Storage
• Memory Board
• Store

Hyponyms

• EPROM
• Compact Disc Read-only Memory