how do i clear the ram memory on my computer?

Answer 1

Turn the computer off and back on again. Data in RAM requires electricity feeding to maintain, once you turn off and on, it's cleared by itself.

Answer 2

Unlike the memory you find in a hard disk drive, RAM is temporary memory that requires a constant supply of electricity to maintain its state. Anything present in RAM disappears once the power is off, so to clear your RAM, simply turn your computer off and on.

If you are looking for ways to optimise your RAM, so that you have more free temporary memory to run programs, there is a list of Windows applications that might help here: http://www.freewr.com/system-utilities/memory-optimizers.php

Answer 3

RAM means "random access memory" and applies to the in-built memory slots on your PC. It is the memory which is used when your PC is running programmes and stores them while it is on. This is distinct from ROM which is "read only mnemory" and refers to CD ROMs and your hard disk which contain information that is stored permanently on your PC whether it is on or off.

As was said already by one of your answerers. RAM is cleared when you switch off your computer ready for the next time you use it. The RAM is located in slots on the PC's motherboard and can be different types - mostly in the form of DDR and DDR2 memory modules - and usually 512mg or 1gb

You can get programmes which help to speed up your PC by changing the RAM settings and improving performance, especially with older computers. A good one is "freeram xp pro" which you can download with a search on Yahoo.

Answer 4

Turn the power off - it is dynamic ram and empties when the power goes off - right now it is full of programs.

Answer 5

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