Update your computer with more memory NOW

Here is a quick one for you. With all the new possibilities for your computer, you might think you need a new one. Between Windows new operating system Vista and the Internet your computer may seem ancient. If it is less than five years old and running Windows XP, it's not. Especially if you have a Pentium processor.
I have a Dell dimension that is four years old. It was having problems keeping up sometimes. It would get stuck , freeze, just be generally slow. I wondered if I needed a new computer. One night I decided to look at the owner's manual. I noticed that memory is measured in megabytes of ram (whatever that means). I also noticed that mine had 512mb of memory and a 40 gb hard drive. That didn't seem like a lot, since Microsoft was recommending at least 1 gb (1000 mbs) of memory in order to run Vista. So, I looked at the specs in the back of the manual. I said my computer could hold up to 4gb memory AND had a spot for a second hard drive. By the way, the hard drive is where all the data programs, music, etc gets stored.If your family is complaining that the computer is full , you need a new hard drive. Hard drives nowadays are at least 160gb.
I realized my computer had 1/8 of its memory capacity and it was full. No wonder it was slow.
Now, here is the best part. All of the memory modules and hard drives have DROPPED IN PRICE. Like a rock. I took my owner's manual to my local big box electronics store and they gave me another 1gb of memory for $50! And a 160 gb hard drive for $50! They would have each been around $250 to have put into my computer when I bought it. It's not hard to put in either. Just read your manual (you can get one online if you lost yours). The memory just plugs in. Done in 5 minutes. The hard drive has a few screws and 2 plug in cables, but comes with very simple directions.
With the extra memory (1.5gb of ram total) my computer is noticeably faster and smoother. I would do this first. The hard drive took about an hour to put in, but my computer now has plenty of room for my kids music, games, and yes HOMEWORK. Take advantage of all the price drops now and make your computer young again. It will get you a lot more mileage out of your investment. I hope this helps some of you.
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