Random access memory is a constantly updated memory of a computer, in which, unlike permanent memory (hard disk), instructions and data are stored that are necessary for the processor to perform current operations. The random access memory of a PC or laptop is called random access memory (RAM) and is a module or chip inserted into a special slot on the motherboard.
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To increase RAM in a virtual way, you need to know how to work with a computer, in a physical way - new RAM modules from a computer store
Instructions
Step 1
So how do you increase the RAM on your computer? Conventionally, there are two ways to increase RAM - virtual and physical.
The virtual way to increase RAM is that in order to expand it, you will need to clear memory of unnecessary processes. To see the level of RAM usage, call the task manager with the CTRL + ALT + DEL keyboard shortcut, and you will see how many megabytes of memory each running process takes. The way out is obvious: if you want to reduce the load on the RAM and thereby increase the RAM in a virtual way, turn off all visual effects and increase the paging file ("System Properties", section "Performance"), remove the wallpaper from the desktop, as well as "widgets »And unnecessary programs that use autorun.
Step 2
The physical way to increase RAM is to install one or more RAM modules, or to replace a module from a weak one to a more powerful and voluminous one. Having opened the case of the system unit, you can see four slots for RAM on the motherboard. Usually these are DDR, DDR II, DDR III, DDR 333, SDRAM, SRAM, PC3200 and others. Through the BIOS, you can find out the RAM version and frequency (for example, 1066 MHz). To find out this data, you need to call the BIOS when you start the computer while holding down the DEL key. After you have learned the characteristics of the module, you can safely purchase a new module of the same size in a computer store and insert it into a free slot, or a module of a larger volume, replacing the old RAM with it.
Owners of laptops will have more difficulties - if you are not an expert, it is better to seek help in increasing the RAM in the service.
