Random access memory is a section of memory in which certain data is stored for a short period of time for transferring it between devices. While working with the operating system, the data written to the RAM is constantly added or deleted. After restarting the computer, all applications stored on the memory bar are completely erased.
Instructions
Step 1
RAM stores a stream of data for processing in the processor. Many parameters stored on the module are waiting for their turn to be processed by the computer in the RAM. The storage device bar is connected directly to the motherboard through a special system bus.
Step 2
In modern operating systems, RAM helps to quickly launch the necessary applications and exchange data between the software and hardware of the computer.
Step 3
In the Windows 7 operating system, RAM is used to store not only applications and processes associated with them, but also provides storage of frequently used files and programs to speed up their launch, so that they can be immediately executed on demand. When storing a large amount of data, i.e. when running resource-intensive applications on the system, old processes and cached data are replaced by new ones.
Step 4
Modern memory sticks are marked DDR. Most new computers come with DDR3 cards, which have the fastest speeds and lowest power requirements. Also, DDR2 is often used, which in terms of speed in real conditions does not lose to DDR3. Older computers use simple first-generation DDR strips, which are smaller and have lower operating system access and write speeds.
Step 5
Using more RAM allows you to store more data at the same time, which improves system performance when running multiple applications at the same time. In the event that there is not enough RAM, the computer starts to slow down, which contributes to the efficient unloading of the least important applications.
Step 6
If in the process of working with your computer you notice a drop in speed in the functioning of the system, press the key combination Ctrl, alt="Image" and Del to bring up the task manager and try to manually unload programs you are not using to improve performance. In the task manager, you can also view the list of processes that are currently running on the system to find out which applications are using the most resources.
