About memory

Can't tell your RAM from your ROM? Find out the answer to one of the most basic questions surrounding memory.

Find out once and for all whether your computer has enough memory for your daily usage or if it's time for a RAM upgrade.

Every computer needs RAM to work properly, but what does it do? Find out with Crucial's explainer of computer memory.

How much RAM does your computer really need? Find out how the right amount of RAM can give your computer a performance boost.

See how to easily update your desktop computer’s RAM with the Crucial step-by-step guide including tool list and useful tips.

Make sure you get compatible RAM for your system with these simple checks to help you upgrade your computer. Discover more at Crucial.com.

Find out what the difference is between RAM and ROM and volatile and non-volatile memory with our guide.

The amount of RAM a server needs depends on your system. Discover how much memory you need with our helpful guide.

There are multiple types and speeds of RAM. Crucial’s guide breaks them down and shows you how to pick RAM that’s compatible with your computer.

Expand your knowledge of computer terminology with our glossary of computer memory terms.

What’s the difference between memory and storage? Find out now with our guide.

Discover our guide to the 3Cs of investing in server RAM, and make the most of your upgrade.

Discover more about dual-channel and multi-channel memory with our helpful guide.

DDR4 is the next generation of RAM. Learn about the differences in the generations of double data-rate memory now.

What is RAM made of? Find out about the manufacturing process here at Micron.

Find out the important questions to ask when comparing server memory and the hardware that works with memory.

Find out more about CAS latency, RAM speed, and how to measure memory performance.