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.

• 🇵🇹Termo histórico que designa um tipo de memória de computador que usava núcleos magnéticos para armazenar dados, amplamente utilizado nas décadas de 1950 a 1970. No contexto moderno, é usado metaforicamente para se referir a memórias profundamente enraizadas ou fundamentais, especialmente na computação ou na psicologia.

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.

   🇵🇹Memória de núcleo magnético

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.

   🇵🇹Memórias profundas