core memory

A historical term referring to a type of computer memory that used magnetic cores to store data, widely used in the 1950s–1970s. In modern contexts, it is sometimes used metaphorically to refer to deeply ingrained or fundamental memories, especially in computing or psychology.

• 🇪🇸Término histórico que designa un tipo de memoria de computadora en la que los datos se almacenaban mediante núcleos magnéticos, muy utilizada en las décadas de 1950 a 1970. En contextos modernos también se usa metafóricamente para referirse a recuerdos profundamente arraigados o fundamentales, especialmente en informática o psicología.

1. Early computer memory C2 formal

   A type of non-volatile random-access memory used in early computers, consisting of tiny magnetic rings (cores) threaded on wires.

   • Core memory was a revolutionary technology in the 1960s.
   • The Apollo Guidance Computer used core memory.
   • Engineers had to manually thread wires through each core.

   🇪🇸Memoria de núcleos magnéticos

2. Deepest or most fundamental memories B2 informal

   A metaphorical reference to the most basic, essential, or deeply held memories or beliefs.

   • That song is stored in my core memory from childhood.
   • Her core memory of the event is the smell of the ocean.
   • Some experiences become part of your core memory forever.

   🇪🇸memoria central