True. Generally, the more RAM your system has, the larger the digital countertop you have to work on and the faster your programs will run.
If your system is running slowly due to lack of RAM, you might be tempted to increase virtual memory because it's less expensive. However, adding RAM is a better solution because your processor can read data from RAM much faster than from a hard drive.
RAM has two main attributes that affect your system's performance: memory capacity and memory speed.
If you're considering upgrading your RAM to improve your computer's performance, first determine how much RAM your system has and whether the processor uses a 32-bit (X86) or 64-bit register.
To find out how much RAM your system has and the register type:
Windows 8
1. On the Start screen, click the Desktop app to go to the desktop.
2. Pause your mouse pointer in the bottom left corner of the desktop and right-click to open the options list.
3. On the options list, click System.
4. In the System section, next to Installed memory (RAM), you can view the amount of RAM your system has.
5. In the System section, under System type, you can view the register your system uses.
Windows 7
1. Open the System menu by clicking the Start button, right-clicking Computer and then clicking Properties on the options list.
2. In the System section, next to Installed memory (RAM), you can view the amount of RAM your system has.
3. In the System section, under System type, you can view the register your system uses.
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