Re: Is 224 MB RAM enough for XP?

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"Kenny" <me@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> Friend asked me if his PC was up to spec for XP, currently using ME.
> Duron 1800 CPU, 40 GB HDD & 256MB PC133 RAM but 32MB is shared video.
> I know XP requirements say 128MB is enough but I also know 256MB or more
> is more realistic.
> Assuming background apps and services are kept to a minimum will the 224MB
> be enough?
>
> --
> Kenny Cargill
>

It will be fine, if the person doesn't run any memory-intensive apps and
keeps the system lean and clean. However, most people end up accumulating
little applications or start turning on accessories, desktop widgets,
toolbars, chat programs, eye candy and other bits and pieces that start
sucking power.

The other thing is that computers today should have decent antivirus and
antispyware programs, and those will use resources as well. And if a bit of
spyware creeps in anyway, that computer's going to slow down pretty rapidly.

Another 128 or 256 is going to make a measurable difference in performance.
I'd add the ram if it's not some weird expensive stuff. In the long run, it
will make using the computer a lot more pleasant.


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