What temporarily holds programs and data while the computer is on and allows the computer to access that information randomly?
A) cache
B) RAM
C) ROM
D) CMOS

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RAM (Random Access Memory) temporarily holds programs and data while the computer is on and allows the computer to access that information randomly. Cache is also a type of memory, but its primary purpose is to provide a faster access to frequently used data, while ROM (Read-Only Memory) contains permanent data that cannot be changed. CMOS (Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor) is a type of chip that stores the BIOS settings and keeps the system clock running even when the computer is turned off.

What Temporarily Holds Programs and Data While the Computer Is