03 RAM What you will need
Let’s talk about RAM! RAM is an acronym that means Random Access Memory. This is an important component of your computer which allows many programs to run at the same time. RAM is basically your computer’s short-term memory. This means that the memory stored in it while the computer is on is erased when the computer is turned off.
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The third part of your computer building journey will be about installing RAM. We will learn what RAM is, important handling and installation tips, and how much RAM you will need. This section will also teach you how to remove RAM if you are interested in upgrading.
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How does it work? RAM uses Gigabytes (GB) to measure the amount of storage it can have. The benefit of having more RAM is that your programs will run faster. This also means that you can run more programs at the same time more smoothly. In addition to that, your computer needs RAM to use basic programs and surf the web. When checking your RAMs speed, you will notice that it is in megahertz (MHz). The speed makes it much faster for data
