Read-only Storage (Noun)
Meaning
(computer science) memory whose contents can be accessed and read but cannot be changed.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The program stored its configuration data in read-only storage to prevent accidental changes.
- Read-only storage is often used for firmware that controls the basic functions of a device.
- The company's software license agreement required customers to store their license key in read-only storage.
- To prevent data corruption, the database stored its indexes in read-only storage during runtime.
- The operating system stored its boot loader in read-only storage to ensure the system's stability and security.