ZDNET's key takeaways RAM is a crucial component for a smooth PC experience.Linux doesn't require as much RAM as Windows.More ...

If you've ever dipped a toe into the world of computer upgrades, you've probably come across terms like DDR5, ECC, DIMM, and SODIMM. But lately, a new acronym is making its way into the conversation: ...

When upgrading or building a computer, folks will from time to time make a few mistakes, and one of the most common mistakes is inserting the memory module in the wrong RAM slot. This usually leads to ...

Time after time when giving troubleshooting advice [edit: for a system that won't POST], people include RAM as a minimum component, why? <B>Do most motherboards not have a way of notifying the user ...

If you’re planning on getting a gaming laptop, you may be wondering if 8GB of RAM will be enough. While it’s always tempting to want the latest, the fastest and the best tech (check out our look into ...

There aren't many people who wouldn't like their computers to run faster, and overclocking your RAM (Random Access Memory) is one way to do just that. Overclocking your RAM allows for faster data ...

Every computer needs Random Access Memory (or RAM) for an operating system’s temporary storage, and there’s many ways to ...

I’ve been critical of Apple’s new base-model 14-inch MacBook Pro, which comes with just 8GB of RAM for a starting price of $1,599. Despite Apple Silicon’s excellent performance and the fact that Apple ...