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 What is computer
memory or Random Access Memory (RAM)
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Free Computer Help By Mitz
Without getting too
technical here, the computer memory stores temporary information for
the computer to have easy access to it. The hard drive stores the
permanent information. Therefore when you open a program it is
loaded to the RAM (Random access Memory) and is stored there while
you use it. When you close the program it is saved to the hard drive
until you want to use it again.
The most common
types of RAM /computer memory
If you are thinking of
adding some memory it is important to find out what type of ram your
computer has in it so you can match the new piece with its
specifications. If you have Pc2100 ddr ram in your computer you
should put more PC2100 in the other available slots. It doesn't
matter what size it is, but bigger is better.
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SD Ram:
Pre- Pentium 1.4ghz computers usually take either PC100 or PC133.
You can pick up this computer memory pretty cheap now. PC133 256mb sd ram is
around $20.00.
Pictured are two different sized sd ram chips. They have different
dimensions, but they have the same notches on the bottom. Their
specs are the same. Both 64mb sd ram Pc 100.
DDR Ram:
The more modern PC's take
anything from PC2100 (266MHz), PC2700 (333MHz), PC3200 (400-MHz).
You can get PC2100 256mb ddr ram for around $25.00,
which is pictured below. See how the notch is in a different place to
the sd ram. This is one way to tell them
apart. The stickers on the ram have their specifications and serial
numbers.
DDR Ram 2:
New computers may be compatible to use this ram.
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The size of Ram (
Random Access Memory)
Both SD ram and DDR ram come in various sizes.
Starting from 128mb, 256mb, 512mb, and now 1gig and 2 gig ram
sticks. In the earlier days they were also available in smaller
sizes, however now days the bigger sizes are the most popular.
Upgrading your computer memory
increases system performance, lets you run more applications, and
improve graphics and video editing. It is always
an improvement to your computer when you add ram.
How to Upgrade your RAM
DIY
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