March 05, 2009
Welcome to this edition of The Computer Builder. In this issue, you'll learn about RAM and also how to disable automatic thumbnail previews in Windows Vista.
Term Of The Week
Random Access Memory (RAM) - The Random Access Memory (RAM) is an important component of your PC. Your PC requires RAM in order to function. Your RAM modules must be suited to the type of RAM the motherboard supports, and is used to store code and instructions for running applications in the PC.
Tip Of The Week
Here's a tip that I implemented almost immediately in Windows Vista. By default, Vista renders almost every directory in thumbnails view. This causes performance to take a hit if you have a lot of files and little memory. To disable these automatic thumbnail previews, do the following: - Go to 'Start > Computer'. - Open the 'Organize' menu and choose 'Folder and search options'. - Choose the view tab and place a check next to the 'Always show icons, never thumbnails' option at the top. Hit 'OK'.
Featured Articles
Learn how to install an AGP graphics card
A guide to installing an AGP graphics card into your computer for displaying graphics.
Learn 5 ways of saving and protecting your hard drive
A guide to saving and protecting the data on your hard drive, which is one of the most important components in a PC.
How to reinstall Windows without losing data
A simple guide to reinstalling Windows without affecting your existing precious data.
Learn how to install a primary hard drive
Learn the steps for installing a primary hard drive in your computer.
A guide to the computer's BIOS
Confused by the computer BIOS? This little handy guide will tell you all about it and how it works.
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