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Computer memory sticks come in many sizes. One needs to choose the size most appropriate to one's electronic devices. One also has to keep in mind the amount of memory one requires before purchasing any stick.

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What part of the desktop computer saves memory?

A desktop saves memory in the CPU. When one wants to access information, the random access memory, or RAM, is used. The amount of memory a computer has depends on the size of the CPU.


What is the purpose of a page frame in computer memory management?

The purpose of a page frame in computer memory management is to provide a fixed-size block of physical memory that can be used to store a page of data from virtual memory. This helps in efficiently managing memory resources and allows for the mapping of virtual memory addresses to physical memory locations.


How can I determine the memory size of a device by calculating it?

To determine the memory size of a device, you can calculate it by multiplying the number of memory cells by the size of each memory cell. This will give you the total memory size of the device.


What is a page in memory and how does it function within a computer system?

A page in memory is a fixed-size block of data used by a computer system to store and retrieve information. It functions as a unit of storage that can be easily accessed and managed by the computer's operating system. Pages help the computer efficiently organize and transfer data between the main memory and the storage devices, improving overall system performance.


Is it ever advisable to have a virtual memory size that is smaller than the physical memory size?

No, it is not advisable to have a virtual memory size that is smaller than the physical memory size. This can lead to performance issues and may cause the system to run out of memory, resulting in crashes or slowdowns. It is recommended to have a virtual memory size that is equal to or larger than the physical memory size to ensure optimal system performance.

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SODIMM in computer memory?

SODIMM is small size memory for laptops.


How can memory sticks with different capacities be the same size?

Because the memory modules have to fit slots, the board is the same size, but the chips on the boards have different capacities.


What is the smallest size of computer memory?

bit


How do you find the storage memory size on your computer?

You hit the Windows start button, click computer, and then it should say your memory size under the (C:) drive.


What is the lowest memory size of a computer ram?

1mb


What are the recent developments in computer memory?

Computer memory has well improved over the ages, as a result of all the new technology that is being made everyday. Computer memory has been improved by smaller size and faster processing of memory.


Will my system run faster with if you install one stick of 512 Memory or two pair of 256MB memory?

In theory it will run faster with the 512Mb stick, as the computer only needs to send and receive date from one source, as opposed to two, which takes more system resources (regardless of the memory size of the two sticks).


What part of the desktop computer saves memory?

A desktop saves memory in the CPU. When one wants to access information, the random access memory, or RAM, is used. The amount of memory a computer has depends on the size of the CPU.


What is the significance of the 10 bit size in relation to computer memory storage?

The significance of the 10 bit size in computer memory storage is that it allows for the representation of 1024 different values, which is important for organizing and storing data efficiently in computer systems.


How does a person install memory in a Dell Dimension 3000 computer?

Assuming you have at least one free memory bus on your motherboard, all you have to do is buy a stick of memory that is compatible with your computer, and plug it in (Be sure to be free of any static electricity when handling any computer hardware!). To do this read your computers info pamphlet or if you don't have it any more look it up online with your exact computer model. If you don't have a free memory bus then you can upgrade from your current memory stick size by removing the memory sticks and replacing them with new ones that are of higher value (EX: you have two sticks of 1gig ram replace with two sticks of 2gig ram)


Is memory size of mini computer is higher than micro computer?

Yes, with a small disclaimer. A micro computer, also known as a computer chip or chip is tiny, generally smaller than your finger. The memory available here is contained inside the chip. Size generally around kilo Bytes to mega Bytes. A mini computer is big. It is like a personal computer on steroids but still not as good a super computer. When referring to the memory here we usually think of separate memory modules, just like what you have in your home computer. Size generally from Giga Bytes and up. A mini computer does however consist of chips and this is where my disclaimer comes in. Chips interface external memory (which is also built of chips..) and the only limit here depends on how much the chip can address. Forgive my sloppiness and note that a micro computer chip is quite different from a memory chip, as the memory chip mainly stores and trancieves data while the micro computer can also execute a man made program...


What can be the maximum size of virtual memory?

That depends on the operating system and computer architecture.