how could i possibly need more memory???

Question

could it be b/c i have several programs in my laptop? if so, what can i do so that i don't have to get more memory? could deleting some programs give me more memory???

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Answer 1

Please give more details such as the amount of memory you have already, and the operation system that is installed.

Answer 2

Deleting programs won't give you more memory - just more hard disk space.

If you are using XP, you can get by with 512mb RAM if you keep your memory clear and don't play games, etc. I am having no problem at all with XP under these circumstances.
Vista, however, is another ball of wax. You must have a minimum of 1G to work. Games, etc. will require more RAM.

Before you invest in more memory, why not try to free up what you have:

1. Set wallpaper and screensavers to blank or none — they run continuously in the background and use memory.
-----right-click on the desktop, select Properties
-----click the screensaver tab, on the left where it says "screensaver," select none.
-----click the desktop tab, for background, select none
2. Review your start menu – remove anything you don’t need on a daily basis — load games, etc. on an as-needed basis.
-----click Start, Settings, Taskbar and Start Menu
-----click the Start Menu tab
-----select a program you do not want to load at Startup, then click remove.
-----Caution -- do not touch anything you are not sure of or you will mess up your computer royally.
3. From Internet Explorer, click Tools, Internet Options: delete cookies, delete files (offline), and clear history. (You can also set days to store history to 0.)
----- These actions will clear your computer’s cache. (http://help.yahoo.com/l/ph/yahoo/mail/access/access-27210.html )
4. Run Disk Cleanup, Scandisk, Defrag at least every two weeks (the more frequently they are run, the less time they take). These can be found in Start, Programs, Accessories, System Tools.
5. Periodically, click Start, Programs, Run — then type ipconfig renew
(that’s ipconfig space renew).
6. Optional: Speed vs Goodies — in the Control Panel, System, Advanced, Performance, Settings — you can have visual effects or let Windows select the best options. I am using “Best Performance.” Your choice.
These things should increase speed and free up memory as much as possible.

Answer 3

Having many programs in your laptop or computer doesn't use Memory (RAM). Only programs that open uses memory. Not programs installed. When you close an application or program, it stops using the memory (RAM). It can be that your laptop doesn't have enough RAM for some applications. It could be that is a bit old and in that case, you might need more RAM.

Answer 4

Dont delete. I would prefer to uninstall unwanted programs. Games with good graphics uses more RAM on your pc. AND HONEY Y DONT YOU TRY TO BUY MORE RAM THIS WILL INCREASE YOUR MEMORY SIZE

Answer 5

Use this link and run the Crucial scanner it will tell you how much memory you have and also give you all your upgrade options, if you running 512mb or less you need more memory, like 1 or 2gb's http://www.crucial.com/