What is memory? What is storage? Is there any (1)between them? Yes , there is . I t is important to (2)the difference between “ storage ” and “ memory ” . When people use the (3) “ memory ” in reference to computers, they are almost always referring to the computer ’ s (4) memory ( or primary memory ) called random - access (5) or RAM , which is comprised of (6) a ttached to the motherboard . Memory is sometimes referred to as temporary (7) because it will be lost if the power to the (8) is cut off . I n contrast, “ storage ” refers to the permanent (9) available to a PC , Which is also called secondary storage, usually in forms of the PC 's (10)drive , CD s , etc . S torage is permanent , as data and programs are retained when the power is turned off .