Computing glossary

Phase-change memory

Also called PCM memory, phase-change chalcogenide, GST, Ge-Sb-Te

Memory that stores bits by switching a chalcogenide glass between crystalline and amorphous states, which differ in resistance and optical properties. It is used in electronic memory and photonic computing research.

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