[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Memory
working memory
The RAM actively holding data a program is using right now.
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
Working memory is the portion of RAM an application is actively using at a given moment, as opposed to data cached or swapped out.
See memory allocation.
Where working memory Matters
Processors
Laptops
Frequently Asked Questions
What is working memory?
The RAM actively holding data a program is using right now.
What terms are related to working memory?
Related Memory terms include storage memory.