Persistent Memory
One important feature of programmable calculators is the availability of some form of persistent memory. Without persistent memory, programs have to be re-entered whenever power is lost, making the device cumbersome. Persistent memory can be within the calculator or as a separate device. Programmable calculators could use more than one technique.
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