Hierarchical Memory

Hierarchical memory refers to the way a computer organizes its storage systems in layers, with faster, more expensive memory closest to the processor and slower, larger memory farther away. This structure includes registers, cache, RAM, and storage devices like hard drives. The goal is to quickly access the data the processor needs often while efficiently managing larger amounts of information that are accessed less frequently. By prioritizing faster memory for frequent tasks, hierarchical memory improves overall system performance and speeds up processing.