
Every Computer Memory Type Explained in 9 Minutes
Apr 5, 2026
Different PC Memory Types Explained.
Ever wondered what all those memory types actually do inside your computer? This video breaks down every type of computer memory you need to know about. We start with RAM and explain the difference between DRAM and SRAM, then get into how CPU cache and registers make your processor fast. You'll also learn what VRAM does on your graphics card and why virtual memory kicks in when you run out of RAM. Then we go through the whole ROM family, from old school PROM and EPROM all the way to EEPROM and the flash memory that powers your SSD and USB drives today. If you want to finally understand how computer memory works from top to bottom, this one covers it all.
