Adding memory (RAM) to your computer can make a world of difference, with results that you’ll see right away.

On laptops without soldered RAM, upgrading the memory is as simple as swapping out the RAM stick in its slot, an upgrade that can boost your laptop's speed.

Running out of memory can cause performance issues. Here's how to see how much memory is in your PC, and how fast it is.

Many manufacturers have started using soldered RAM, as it takes up less space, but what if you want to upgrade or replace it?