18/05/2020
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Computer memory


by Chris Woodford. Last updated: January 26, 2020.
Is your memory like an elephant's... or is it more like a sieve? You often hear people comparing themselves to one of those things, but you almost never hear someone say their memory is like a computer. That's partly because human brains and computer memories have very different purposes and operate in quite different ways. But it also reflects the fact that where we humans often struggle to remember names, faces, and even the day of the week, computer memories are the closest thing we have to memory perfection. How exactly do these "remarkable rememberers" actually work? Let's take a closer look!
