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Memory — “How the processor stores and uses immediate data”
When you use a program, the computer loads a portion of the program from the hard drive to the much faster memory (RAM). When you “save” your work or quit the program, the data gets written back to the hard drive.
Microprocessors — “The brain of the computer”
PCs primarily use microprocessors (sometimes called the chip) manufactured by Intel/AMD. The older versions include the Celeron Processor,AMD Athlon X2/ Intel Pentium Dual Core and now Intel Core 2 Quad /AMD Phenom x4 Core Processor
Megahertz (MHz) is the internal processor speed in which computer instructions are performed. The MHz speed does not always indicate the power of the microprocessor. Newer processors can execute more instructions at the same or slower MHz. For example, an Pentium Dual Core is less powerful than a Intel Core 2 Quad (but the MHz is “faster”).
Storage Devices — “How it saves data and programs”
Hard disk drives are an internal, higher capacity drive which also stores the operating system which runs when you power on the computer.
@*Sian wrote:
@dead_on_arrvial wrote:
So sian thinks a computer a 2.00 gigahertz AMD Sempron with 256mb of ram is ok?
Hmmm…..
Most people run computers with a min of 500mb of ram. You can’t buy a computer with less than 1GB (1000MB) of ram now.
Its under power to the point where its too slow to use !!!!!
mine has 4GB of ram on it.
No Sian doesn’t think that it’s the dog rollox but Sian has no problem with her PC and it isn’t much better than Bons, DOA keep your britchers on, I can’t stand the smell of plummers mate :wink:
One of the biggest problems we all face on here is people with low powered computers.
Computers are not like tv’s or washing machines, they can work for years but need replacing due to the web and new programs.
I know you all feel that any working computer is ok for the internet, but you’re all wrong.
There is a min requirement for web, your broadband provider does tell you this.
But for the looons like sian, if your computer is over 5 years old, its only good for the bin.
Don’t buy cheap computers, they will cost you more in the long run.
Look at the chip, look at the ram, look at the hard drive and don’t buy laptops if you’re on a budget !!!!
Hmmm……
I would have just got a usb wireless plug in from one of the many mobile phone companys and save myself all the trouble.
See:
Depends on your budget.
This is the kind of thing you are looking for in a base unit.
This is the kind of thing I would buy.
But let me know how much you have to spend and will find a good one at the right price for you.
So sian thinks a computer a 2.00 gigahertz AMD Sempron with 256mb of ram is ok?
Hmmm…..
Most people run computers with a min of 500mb of ram. You can’t buy a computer with less than 1GB (1000MB) of ram now.
Its under power to the point where its too slow to use !!!!!
mine has 4GB of ram on it.
I think you can now buy mobile phones with more power than your computer.
It seems to be about 5/6 years old and I can see you don’t use it for much.
I would say you could just replace the box with the lights on it for about £200 or get a new one for about £350
Yes that tell’s me how bad your computer is.
There nothing I can do to help you.
Your computer only has 256MB of ram and is under powered.
Are you running firefox or exploer?
And no, you are far too much trouble.
Well if you took time to look around the site, you could have found the answer, but your a bit thick !!!
