Understanding Computer Memory

When you are looking at computer memory, what exactly are you looking at? Well, this is a part of your computer that helps it run multiple applications, such as opening more than one page in your browser or even running several kinds of programs. You can run an anti virus program, some type of computer game, and a windows applications all at the same time. The memory of your computer is where everything is analyzed, organized. It is basically like a storage retention component of modern computers. Without this technology, your computer wouldn’t run as smoothly as it does.

Some people may think that with a different brand comes different memory, like an Apple computer with Apple memory. However, this is not the case. All memory is basically the same. This is why you are able to get memory to replace out-dated technology without having to replace your entire computer. Most computers that run Vista or better nowadays will come with at least 1 gigabyte of memory as this is what’s need to run Vista. With memory, like most items in the world, the more you pay out for the computer, usually the better the capabilities you will get. An example of that would be getting a 4 gigabyte or 6 gigabyte memory computer running Windows Vista 64 Bit System.

When using a desktop computer like Dell, there are different kinds of Dell memory that you can upgrade to. Most computers presently use DDR2’s in desktops and even laptops. You want to be sure that when upgrading your computer’s memory or random access memory (RAM) that you get the correct kind. This is important because desktop RAM and laptop memory are different sizes. Because notebooks are quite smaller than traditional desktops, the DDR2 RAM for a laptop is about half the size of the desktop’s memory. Note that you will not be able to use or even fit notebook memory into your desktop’s memory slot.

Picking laptop memory can be a hard choice for some people. It is most important when choice an operating system (OS). For example, if you are running Windows XP, you may not need more than 512 megabytes or 1 gigabyte of RAM. However, if you are using operating systems like Vista and Ubuntu, then it might be beneficial for you to have 2 or more gigabytes or memory as these operating systems will benefit from the extra space. This in turn will allow your computer surfing to increase in speed and you will be able to run more applications then you once were.