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Memory Assessor
How much memory do you really need?
Memory used to be a simple matter. A computer came with a set amount of memory, and software designers stayed within those limits. But today, new
applications are pushing the limits on memory requirements. Even so, software companies often keep their memory recommendations low in order to
make their software applications look lean, which doesn't really help the people who use those programs.
Ultimately, you can figure out how much memory you really need. Independent laboratory tests have proven that most operating systems and
applications are tuned to specific memory requirements. That means there's an optimum amount of memory for the way you use your computer.
When figuring your memory requirements, consider three things - the optimum memory configuration of your operating system, your usage patterns
and your hardware.
The Operating System
To eliminate the guesswork in determining a specific amount of memory for your operating system, baselines have been identified for each of the major
operating systems and dozens of the most popular business applications. Upgrading to the baseline for your particular operating system is the best
place to start. However, if you are using multiple applications in networked or internet environments, consider upgrading beyond the baseline
recommendation.
Usage patterns
Different people use different combinations of applications, and while some people use a given application to its fullest potential, others might only
use a few functions. It all depends on what kinds of tasks you're trying to accomplish - like administrative, number crunching or design tasks for
example. But there is an easy rule of thumb: look at the size of the files you most commonly use and allow for 3 to 5 times that size in RAM.
Hardware
The peripherals attached to your system can also be key indicators of memory demand. CD-ROM drives, scanners and graphics accelerators are
all indicators that memory-intensive applications are at work.
Different users - different memory needs
Understanding typical usage patterns is the first step to determining memory requirements for all types of workers. Typically, administrators and service
professionals rely on a core group of applications like word processing, fax and e-mail communications and simple spreadsheets to get their jobs done.
Executives and analysts use a greater variety of applications and typically keep more than three programs running at one time. Engineers and
designers with expertise in page-layout, illustration or 3D modeling require powerful systems with greater memory requirements.
Reading the chart
Kingston has created a chart to provide some reference points to help you assess your optimum memory needs. Select your operating system and
cross-reference it with your typical usage patterns to see what adjustments, if any, should be made to the baseline recommendations.
Select your operating system from the list below:
* Please Note: These figures reflect work done in a typical PC environment. Higher-end workstation tasks may require over 1GB. Naturally,
charts such as these evolve as memory needs and trends change. Over time, developers of software and operating systems will continue to
add features and functionality to their products. This will continue to drive the demand for more memory.
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