The type of memory a computer uses varies depending on the make, model and form factor of the motherboard -- your PC won't recognize just any kind of RAM. Modules developed for desktop computers, for ...

Like computers, graphics cards use RAM to store active data -- and like PCs, in many cases, the more RAM available to a card, the better the card will perform. Video memory contains data about each ...

RAM, or Random Access Memory, is the part of your computer that keeps programs running in the background. When your RAM is working properly, you'll be able to switch between programs quickly and ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. RAM (Random Access Memory) is your computer’s thinking space: as ...

When buying a PC, it’s not just one single component that counts, like the best graphics card or the most powerful CPU. Instead, you need to consider many individual parts when making your decision.

With 16GB of RAM, you can open far more tabs in your browser, do some gaming, use virtual machines, develop, and create video ...

Here's why your computer keeps freezing and how you can fix it without replacing the RAM When your computer slows to a crawl and struggles with even basic tasks, like switching between apps, it’s ...

QUESTION: I’m in the market for a new computer. Which processor I should be considering? ANSWER: The processor plays an important role in any computer, but the deciding factor is what you plan to do ...

At the 2015 SNIA Industry Summit in January, Jim Handy and I gave a joint talk on the future of memory technology and how microprocessors and memory/storage are coming together to provide faster ...