My computer is about 5 years old

[jesse1111]

How do I know what I'm running and what is currently "up to speed"? Appreciate any feedback.

 

[Data]

Right-click "My Computer" icon and select Properties. You get the skinny of what you have.

 

[jesse1111]

Thanks Data.

Pentium(R) 4 cpu 1.60 Ghz
1.59 Ghz
128 Mb of Ram

How much of a dinosaur is this and how expensive is it to upgrade. I use verizon high speed but big pictures and websites with alot going on move slow.

 

[Data]

Check out how much for a 256MB memory upgrade here:
http://www.crucial.com/
If inexpensive, take 512MB and you are good to go for another 5 years.

 

[jesse1111]

Easy to put in?

 

[jesse1111]

They recommend getting a GB which isn't expensive. I've never even opened my computer before are they easy to install?

 

[Data]

They recommend getting a GB

Of course they do but apart from that you do NOT need it, you can alway go 512 now and 512 later.

I've never even opened my computer before are they easy to install?

Yes, just hold the memory modules by their edges avoiding touching soldered microchips.

 

[jesse1111]

Thank alot. You were really helpful. They should get you some help over here or make you a tech mod or something.

 

[Data]

You are welcome and thank you for the kind words, sir.

 

[hellah10]

128 Mb of Ram

ouch

 

[jesse1111]

Hellah-it still runs pretty decent except for big pics. I attribute that to the verizon high speed internet.

 

[hellah10]

well with the upgraded memory, youll notice a huge difference

gl

 

[jesse1111]

I ordered it and within a week I'll let you guys know.

 

[buddym]

Upgrading memory

have 512 and wanting to upgrade to 1024. I have toshiba notebook and have never opened up. Is this just a matter of removing schrews on bottom:toast:

 

[hellah10]

yes

 

[buddym]

Upgrading Notebook

yes

Thank's was going to get another since it is about four years old, but is running good since upgrade last year. L:drinkoking for more speed and memory so will get it today and put in. Thanks