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Why do SSDs have a more limited number of times data can be written to them, but RAM memory can handle loads of re-writes? (lemmy.world)
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In a similar vein, why can we not use the technology of RAM to prolong the life-cycle of an SSD?

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[-] yesdogishere@kbin.social 1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

do not worry. superconductivity at room temps is only 2 yrs away. With superconductive SSDs, these will last FOREVER. Like a nightmare marriage.

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