There's only so much RAM to go around, and with data centers seen as the priority, smartphone and laptop makers may have to ...

RAM is your PC's short-term memory, so it's incredibly important. If your laptop supports RAM upgrades, swapping out the existing sticks for something faster can be a straightforward way to see some ...

The RAM crisis threatens notebook memory loadouts – and if 8GB laptops make a comeback, are they still tenable?

The completely redesigned Dell XPS 14 and 16 came out this year as two of the most divisive laptops in recent memory. No, it wasn’t just the capacitive touch buttons or invisible trackpad that caused ...

Don't wait to get that new laptop or desktop you've been eyeing. Rising RAM prices are going to make things more expensive soon. Matt Elliott is a senior editor at CNET with a focus on laptops and ...

On average, a laptop can easily last four to five years, sometimes even longer if you take good care of it. Over time, though, you might start to notice it slowing down. In such cases, a common tip ...

That's great and all, but most average people with such hardware feel their computer is slow, if you talk to them about it. When upgraded to a SSD, the vast majority of average people will tell you (i ...

Q: How can I tell if my laptop needs more RAM? A: Random Access Memory (RAM) is often called the ‘best bang for the buck’ upgrade for most laptop or desktop computers. It can provide an immediate and ...

If you're thinking about improving your laptop's performance, there are a few guaranteed ways to achieve that without having to be a computer wizard. Swapping an old mechanical drive for a faster SSD ...