Which of the following is one of the basic characteristics of DRAMs?
A) DRAMs are simpler devices than other type memories.
B) DRAMs have a broader "dynamic" storage range than other types of memories.
C) DRAMs must be periodically refreshed in order to retain data.
D) DRAMs must have a constantly changing input.

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DRAMs (Dynamic Random Access Memory) require periodic refreshing of their stored data to maintain the integrity of that data. This is because the data in DRAM is stored in capacitors, which naturally discharge over time, leading to potential data loss if not refreshed.

Which of the Following Is One of the Basic Characteristics