Difference between revisions of "Random access memory"

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Windows Shortcut: Win+Break key
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[[File:RamWin8.png|640px]]
  
 
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===Mac OS X===

Revision as of 08:56, 30 October 2014

Random access memory (RAM) is the primary storage for running applications and data.

How much do I have?

Windows 7

  1. Click 'Start' from the Windows task bar.
  2. Right-click 'Computer'.
  3. Click Properties
  4. The amount of RAM is listed under System -> Installed memory (RAM)

Windows 8

Windows Shortcut: Win+Break key

RamWin8.png

Mac OS X

  1. Click on the Blue Apple in the upper left hand corner of the screen.
  2. Click About this Mac...
  3. It should read - (e.g. Memory: 4GB)

How much should I have?

All 鶹Ƶ owned computers should have at least 4GB as of December 2010. If you find out that you only have 2GB or less, please contact the Technology Helpline.