Random access memory
Random access memory (RAM) is the primary storage for running applications and data.
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How much do I have?
Windows 2000
- Right-click 'My Computer' on the desktop.
- Click Properties
- Under the General tab, you will notice it will say 'Computer:' - it should say the amount of RAM. (e.g. 1GB)
Windows XP
- Click 'Start' from the Windows task bar.
- Right-click 'My Computer'.
- Click Properties
- Under the General tab, you will notice it will say 'Computer:' - it should say the amount of RAM. (e.g. 1GB)
Mac OS X
- Click on the Blue Apple in the upper left hand corner of the screen.
- Click About this Mac...
- 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.