When upgrading or building a computer, folks will from time to time make a few mistakes, and one of the most common mistakes is inserting the memory module in the wrong RAM slot. This usually leads to ...

A RAM slot, also known as a RAM socket, is a long, slim slot on the motherboard of a PC. This allows a RAM module of varying speeds and capacities to be accommodated. Most motherboards have either two ...

One of the major drawbacks of laptops compared to desktop PCs is how hard they are to upgrade. In most cases, key components like the CPU and GPU are soldered directly to the motherboard, which means ...

DRAM shortages may lead to the return of 4GB RAM smartphones and microSD slots by 2026, with flagship devices seeing a ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Adding memory (RAM) to your computer can make a world of ...

Patrick Holland has been a phone reviewer for CNET since 2016. He is a former theater director who occasionally makes short films. Patrick has an eye for photography and a passion for everything ...

When buying a Laptop or PC, we always leave scope to upgrade the RAM at a later stage. While it is easy to figure it out on a desktop (as you can open the cabinet and check), it is rather hard to find ...

We've received a strong response to an issue where the lower RAM slot in the PowerBook G4 Aluminum fails. Despite switching modules and performing a variety of maintenance procedures, many users are ...