Question: Can I mix and match some of the newer and faster memory in my computer? –C.W.T. Answer: I have had a few questions along these lines lately. Let’s go over some basics and then on to innovations in memory, where I will address some frequently asked questions about how the new RAM works. RAM, […]
Question: I am thinking about upgrading my computer memory because I want to run the new Windows XP operating system. Currently I have a Pentium II 450 MHz, but don’t really know where to start. Please advise. –H.S. Answer: Since Microsoft recommends at least 128 MB of memory when you upgrade to Windows XP, the […]
Question: How I do I add RAM? Answer:What you’ll find below is an in depth look at how to add memory to your computer to make it perform better. It’s the cheapest way to improve the performance of your computer and to give an older computer a second life for under $100. For those that […]
Question: I am confused by the different types of random access memory (RAM) out on the market. I would like to know what separates each type from one another and if any computer can use any type of it? —N.R. Answer: Welcome to this week’s can of worms. Luckily, technical expert Mathew Fiszer of Logicorp […]
Question: I have a Pentium 100 MHz laptop with 16 Megs of RAM and a desktop Pentium 100 with 48 Megs of RAM. They both run Windows 95. At start-up, the laptop reports 92 per cent free “system resources” while the desktop has only 80 per cent free. Recently, I’ve been getting error messages from […]