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memory cache

memory cache

1 4.8
A small, fast part of a computer that stores often used data to make access quicker
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : caché de memoria
  • Subsequent reads of blocks with the same digest will be served from the in-memory cache directly.

Examples

  • Following SFCs when accessing multidimensional data leads to a more efficient utilization of hierarchical memories, which enhances the performance of the in-memory cache.

    Academic text (2018)
  • Fig. 8: In-memory cache system (the multi-core CPU is inoperative in this example); see PDF for image #.

    Academic text (2018)
  • To do so, the scheduler utilizes an in-memory cache and space-filling curves.

    Academic text (2018)
  • The scheduler, supported by an in-memory cache, exploits this opportunity and reorders the jobs for better locality.

    Academic text (2018)
  • The work in 23 accelerated the batch processing of raster spatial analysis by leveraging an in-memory cache and GPUs.

    Academic text (2018)
  • The computer's memory cache stores data to speed up processing by reducing the time needed to access frequently used information.

  • Upgrading the memory cache can significantly improve the performance of your computer when running demanding applications.

  • When the program runs, it pulls data from the memory cache to ensure faster execution of commands.

Synonyms

memory
vsmemory cache
  • Specialized
157 4.4

A part of a computer that stores data

is a reserved, constantly updated RAM area used to optimize data flow
RAM
vsmemory cache
  • Specialized
27 3.5

Computer memory that stores data for a short time while the computer is on

is a reserved section within that memory, updated continuously for transfers
buffer
vsmemory cache
  • Specialized
26 6.2

A place in a computer that holds data temporarily while it moves

is a reserved RAM area constantly updated to optimize those exchanges
cache
vsmemory cache
  • Specialized
19 6.1

A fast memory in a computer that keeps recent data to make programs run faster

is a reserved RAM area updated continuously to improve transfers between components
computer memory
vsmemory cache
  • Specialized
3 2.8

A part of a computer that stores data and instructions for the processor

is a reserved part of that device, updated continuously to aid transfers
buffer store
vsmemory cache
  • Specialized
5.8

A part of a computer's memory that holds data for a short time while it moves between devices

is reserved in RAM and updated continuously to smooth those transfers
buffer storage
vsmemory cache
  • Specialized
5.1

A part of computer memory that temporarily holds data during transfer between devices

is kept in RAM and updated continuously to improve transfer speed
disk cache
vsmemory cache
  • Specialized
4.1

A part of a computer's memory that stores often used data so the computer can read it faster

is a RAM area updated continuously to speed transfers between system parts
local memory
vsmemory cache
  • Specialized
5.6

A fast place inside one processor that a program can use directly

is reserved RAM used across components to smooth data movement between devices

How Fast

register
  • Specialized
5 7.0
memory cache
  • Specialized
1 4.8
nonvolatile storage
  • Specialized
5.1

Surface Forms

memory cache singular
memory caches plural

Morphology

memory + cache

The compound's meaning is directly derivable from 'memory' (hardware storing data) plus 'cache' (a small/frequent-data store): together they denote a reserved, fast area of memory for buffering frequent data. This is a straightforward, compositional technical term found across languages and naming conventions, so a B1 learner who knows both constituents would likely understand it.

Etymology

Memory cache comes from the idea of a small cache, a hidden 'store' of memory kept very close to the computer's processor. So, it means a small, fast place that holds often-used data to make the computer work more quickly.