RAM is short for "random access memory," where your computer temporarily stores the data required to run applications, open files, browse the internet, and almost everything else.

RAM, or Random Access Memory, is the part of your computer that keeps programs running in the background, so you can switch between them freely.

Non-binary memory is making memory purchasing more complicated, but perhaps a little bit cheaper. Here's everything you need to know about these new RAM sticks.

In the market for a new computer? Whether you're looking for a laptop or a desktop computer, here are some of the major things to consider.