What is PROM?

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OSSC TGT Official Paper (Held On: 10 Mar, 2023 Shift 3)

Answer 1

The correct answer is Programmable ROM

Key Points

PROM stands for Programmable Read-Only Memory.
It is a type of ROM that is programmed after the memory is constructed.
Once data has been written onto a PROM, it remains there permanently.
PROM is used in applications where the data does not need to change frequently.

Additional Information

Processor ROM: This is not a standard term. It could be a confusion with terms like "processor" or "ROM" separately. The processor is the central unit in a computer that performs instructions, and ROM (Read-Only Memory) is a type of non-volatile memory used in computers and other electronic devices.
Peripheral ROM: This is also not a standard term. Peripherals are external devices connected to the computer, such as keyboards, mice, and printers. ROM in peripherals could refer to firmware stored in ROM on these devices, but this is not commonly referred to as "Peripheral ROM."
Productive ROM: This term does not exist in standard computer terminology. ROM is used for storing firmware or immutable data, and the term "productive" is not applicable here.