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Every computer needs RAM which is short for random access memory. Ram stores various programs instructions. The more good quality ram your computer has the quicker your programs will open, and when playing the bigger games you need more. Ram is usually doubled in power -16, 32, 64, 128 and more.

SOME TYPES OF RAM

SDRAM - which is short for Static random access memory

DRAM Dynamic random access memory
EDO DRAM Extended data out dynamic random access memory
DDR SDRAM Double data rate synchronous dynamic Ram
PCMCIA Memory Card This is used for small Notebooks

How to find how much memory your computer has now

Start your computer, when it loads right click on my computer icon
Click on properties from the drop down menu
Make sure the General Tab is showing on left side.
This will give you information on what operating system you are using.
It will tell you the size of your hard drive, what type of CPU and how much RAM your computer has in Megabytes or Gigabytes..

To check usage on your computer

To learn how much RAM your computer is using to run the programs
Open the Taskbar if you cannot find that press Ctrl + Alt +del it will open
Click on the performance tab, this will tell you how much ram your programs are using.

Finding what type of RAM your computer has

You may not always find what type of RAM your computer has by looking in my computer on the general tab. You will need to open your computer case. It will depend on what type of case you have as to how to go about it.

Before doing anything, disconnect your computer from the power. On the back of the case you will find several screws, remove the ones holding the side on. Then remove that panel. Look inside on the motherboard for longish side-by-side slots. They could be three to five inches long. Ram is normally a small flat piece with a brass looking edge that fits into the long slot.

Look on the side of the RAM; you may need to use a torch to read the writing. This will tell you what type and size of ram is in your computer.

You can also find out what type of RAM you have by restarting your computer and reading the information as the computer loads.

By following all of the above, you will now know how much RAM, the type and how much your computer is using. You should always contact a computer technician if you are not familiar with computers.

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