memory card
(1) A removable module that contains RAM chips. Although user replaceable, a screwdriver and a small amount of mechanical skill is required to replace or add RAM chips to a computer. See memory module for details.
(2) A removable module used for storing images in digital cameras. This "digital film" is made up of non-volatile flash memory chips in various formats such as CompactFlash, SD Card and Memory Stick. See flash memory and digital camera.
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| Memory cards containing flash memory are widely used for digital camera "film." This Canon Elph uses CompactFlash cards. |