random access
ˈrændəm ˈæksɛs
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Definition of random access - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

technologyTECH.ability to retrieve data from any point without sequential processingTECH.
  • Random access allows quick retrieval of any file on the hard drive.
  • Random access memory is crucial for efficient computing.
  • The database uses random access to speed up queries.
direct access
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Expressions with random access

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random access memoryn.
memory used to store data temporarily while working
Random access memory helps run programs smoothly.
dynamic random access memoryn.
stores data temporarily for quick access
Dynamic random access memory is used in computers for fast data access.
video random access memoryn.
stores image data for quick access by the GPU
Video random access memory improves graphics performance.
static random access memoryn.
type of chip memory storing bits with flip-flop circuits without refresh
The processor cache is built from static random access memory for higher speed.

Expressions with random

random acts of kindnessn.
unexpected kind actions towards strangers or acquaintances
Random acts of kindness can brighten someone's day.
at randomadv.
without a definite plan, purpose, or pattern
The numbers were selected at random from a list.
in random orderadj.
arranged without any set pattern or sequence
The questions are in random order on the test.
random picturesn.
images selected without a specific pattern or reason
She showed me random pictures from her trip.
random thoughtsn.
unplanned or spontaneous ideas
She often jots down her random thoughts in a notebook.
random noisen.
patternless background sounds or information that seem meaningless or unimportant
The hallway was filled with random noise from passing students.

Expressions with access

have access tov.
be able to use or reach something
Only students have access to the library computers.
instant accessn.
ability to reach or use something immediately without waiting
The subscription includes instant access to all premium articles.
wheelchair accessn.
ability for people using wheelchairs to enter and use a place
The museum now offers wheelchair access to all exhibition floors.
access coden.
sequence of characters for secure service entry
Enter your access code to unlock the phone.
access roadn.
road providing access to a specific place
The access road connects the village to the main street.
direct accessn.
ability to reach something without intermediaries
The manager has direct access to the CEO.
public accessn.
ability for the general public to use or enter
The park provides public access to the lake.
public access televisionn.
television service where community members create and share programs
Public access television lets anyone make and show their own programs.
restricted accessadj.
limited to certain people or conditions, not freely open to everyone
This is a restricted access area for staff members only.
access cardn.
plastic card used to open locked areas or use protected services
Employees swipe an access card to enter the main office.

Terms related to random access

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accessibleinaccessiblerandomnesscomputingdatabaseinformationmemory accessstoragesystemtechnology

Terms with random access included in their meaning

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RAMacr.
acr: random-access memory
type of computer memory that is fast
RAM diskn.
computer science
virtual drive created from random-access memory
DRAMacr.
acr: dynamic random access memory
stores data temporarily for quick access
NVRAMacr.
acr: Non-volatile random access memory
memory that keeps data even when power is off
SDRAMacr.
acr: synchronous dynamic random access memory
type of computer memory that is fast
SLDRAMacr.
acr: synchronous link dynamic random-access memory
type of memory that is fast and efficient
SRAMacr.
acr: Static random access memory
type of memory that keeps data without power
VRAMacr.
acr: video random access memory
memory in computers for storing images and graphics

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  1. French:accès aléatoire, ...
  2. German:direkter Zugriff, ...
  3. Italian:accesso casuale, ...
  4. Spanish:acceso directo, ...
  5. Portuguese:acesso aleatório, ...
  6. Chinese:随机存取, ...
  7. Japanese:ランダムアクセス, ...
  8. Arabic:وصول عشوائي, ...
  9. Hebrew:גִּישָׁה אַקְרָאִית, ...
  10. Russian:произвольный доступ, ...
  11. Ukrainian:випадковий доступ, ...
  12. Hindi:रैंडम एक्सेस, ...
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