Memory Implementations - Current Alternatives

TL;DR

This paper explores various current memory implementation methods, emphasizing their importance in human cognition and decision-making processes, and discusses how memory influences learning and adaptation.

Contribution

It provides an overview of existing memory technologies and their roles in human and artificial systems, highlighting the significance of memory in adaptive behavior.

Findings

Memory is crucial for decision-making and learning.

Different memory implementations impact system efficiency.

Memory processes are fundamental to adaptive behavior.

Abstract

Memory can be defined as the ability to retain and recall information in a diverse range of forms. It is a vital component of the way in which we as human beings operate on a day to day basis. Given a particular situation, decisions are made and actions undertaken in response to that situation based on our memory of related prior events and experiences. By utilising our memory we can anticipate the outcome of our chosen actions to avoid unexpected or unwanted events. In addition, as we subtly alter our actions and recognise altered outcomes we learn and create new memories, enabling us to improve the efficiency of our actions over time. However, as this process occurs so naturally in the subconscious its importance is often overlooked.