When it comes to PCs, it’s important to know a thing or two about the hardware inside of them. Along with the CPU and GPU, RAM is one of the essential hardware components of any desktop PC or notebook ...

When upgrading or building a computer, folks will from time to time make a few mistakes, and one of the most common mistakes is inserting the memory module in the wrong RAM slot. This usually leads to ...

The RAM crisis threatens notebook memory loadouts – and if 8GB laptops make a comeback, are they still tenable?

RAM, like most other hardware, is continually upgraded, with faster modules released to the market every few years or so. While you might be tempted to buy two new sticks of the latest DDR4 RAM for ...

RAM, or Random Access Memory, is what your computer uses to multi-task. Most devices with any kind of computer inside, whether it’s a PC, laptop, smartphone, or game console, will require a minimum ...

Question: How can I tell if my laptop needs more RAM? Answer: Random Access Memory (RAM) is often called the "best bang for the buck" upgrade for most laptop or desktop computers. It can provide an ...

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I recently bought a replacement stick of ram, because beep codes told me to, however it was ebayed, because my computer is 5 years old (q6600 for life =P). Anyways that fixed my computer for a while, ...

RAM (Random Access Memory) can be a significant cause of system instability, often leading to crashes, freezes, corrupted files, and even preventing proper bootup. While RAM issues may not be ...