Cindy is trying to understand operating systems. You tell her you just took an OS course and you will be glad to answer any of her questions.
-Cindy wants to know how a computer can run more than one program at a time.You explain to her that the operating system allocates specific areas of memory for each program.This memory is called ____.
A) RAM
B) ROM
C) virtual
D) buffered

Question

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RAM (Random Access Memory) is the type of memory that the operating system allocates to programs to allow them to run simultaneously.

Cindy Is Trying to Understand Operating Systems