(1) A removable module that contains RAM chips. Although user replaceable, a screwdriver and a small amount of mechanical skill is required to replace or add RAM chips to a computer. See memory module for details.
(2) A removable module used for storing images in digital cameras. This "digital film" is made up of non-volatile flash memory chips in various formats such as CompactFlash, SD Card and Memory Stick. See flash memory and digital camera.
Digital Film
Memory cards containing flash memory are widely used for digital camera \"film.\" This Canon Elph uses CompactFlash cards.
(2) A removable module used for storing images in digital cameras. This "digital film" is made up of non-volatile flash memory chips in various formats such as CompactFlash, SD Card and Memory Stick. See flash memory and digital camera.
Digital Film
Memory cards containing flash memory are widely used for digital camera \"film.\" This Canon Elph uses CompactFlash cards.
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