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Re: Improving computer performance suggestions
Reply #15 - Aug 11^th, 2026 at 3:38am

Bobby. wrote on Aug 10^th, 2026 at 7:03pm:

8 Gig of RAM is piss poor - that makes it super slow -

I have 32 Gig in my desktop.

My last computer was quite slow at 8 GB of RAM. I had 4GB swapped out for an 8GB RAM. That improved the RAM to 12GB of RAM. The computer went quite well for a while. Then it pood itself about 6 months later. Had to get myself a new computer.

This computer I have had since 2017. I would probably be getting myself a new computer, if I had the money. But my car is more in need of maintenance than the computer.

At the moment, the computer is working quite well. The computer updating was what slowed the functionality. And there was a vulnerability fix that had to be resolved, before I got to this point. But there has to be some reason why the computer is not up to standards I like.

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UnSubRocky Gold Member Offline Crocodile Hunter: Origins Posts: 25734 Rockhampton Gender:	Re: Improving computer performance suggestions Reply #16 - Aug 11^th, 2026 at 3:40am I bought the computer for $700, on sale. But the computer was quite good for 2017.
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Re: Improving computer performance suggestions
Reply #17 - Aug 11^th, 2026 at 7:30am

UnSubRocky wrote on Aug 11^th, 2026 at 3:40am:

I bought the computer for $700, on sale. But the computer was quite good for 2017.

That was nearly 10 years ago but now Win11 uses up larger resources than before.

Google AI:

While 4 GB is Microsoft's official minimum requirement to boot Windows 11,
it is not enough for a smooth daily experience.

Operating systems, web browsers, and apps have become memory-heavy.

Running Windows 11 on 4 GB of RAM will cause heavy lagging as the system
constantly swaps data to your storage drive.

Real-World RAM Recommendations

8 GB RAM: The practical baseline.
Good for basic web browsing, typing documents, and watching videos.

16 GB RAM: The sweet spot.
Excellent for smooth multitasking, opening dozens of browser tabs, office work, and casual gaming.

32 GB+ RAM: The power-user tier.
Necessary for heavy video editing, 3D modeling, running virtual machines, and high-end gaming.

Also needed:

Security Chip: Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0

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Re: Improving computer performance suggestions
Reply #19 - Aug 11^th, 2026 at 1:34pm

Bobby. wrote on Aug 11^th, 2026 at 7:30am:

Real-World RAM Recommendations

8 GB RAM: The practical baseline.
Good for basic web browsing, typing documents, and watching videos.

16 GB RAM: The sweet spot.
Excellent for smooth multitasking, opening dozens of browser tabs, office work, and casual gaming.

32 GB+ RAM: The power-user tier.
Necessary for heavy video editing, 3D modeling, running virtual machines, and high-end gaming.

When I went from 8GB to 12GB RAM, it sufficiently improved the computer performance for my needs. Gaming is the primary usage of my computer. But, if the computer is not left alone to load for 5 minutes (minimum) upon load up, I am going to run into problems.

After shutting down my computer, this morning, I started the computer again 30 minutes ago. All my programs were reset and I had to sign in to facebook, youtube, and OzPol. Luckily, the passkey helps get me around trying to remember my passwords. My steam program signed out, and I cannot remember the password for that.

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Re: Improving computer performance suggestions
Reply #20 - Aug 11^th, 2026 at 2:28pm

UnSubRocky wrote on Aug 11^th, 2026 at 1:34pm:

Bobby. wrote on Aug 11^th, 2026 at 7:30am:

Real-World RAM Recommendations

8 GB RAM: The practical baseline.
Good for basic web browsing, typing documents, and watching videos.

16 GB RAM: The sweet spot.
Excellent for smooth multitasking, opening dozens of browser tabs, office work, and casual gaming.

32 GB+ RAM: The power-user tier.
Necessary for heavy video editing, 3D modeling, running virtual machines, and high-end gaming.

When I went from 8GB to 12GB RAM, it sufficiently improved the computer performance for my needs. Gaming is the primary usage of my computer. But, if the computer is not left alone to load for 5 minutes (minimum) upon load up, I am going to run into problems.

After shutting down my computer, this morning, I started the computer again 30 minutes ago. All my programs were reset and I had to sign in to facebook, youtube, and OzPol. Luckily, the passkey helps get me around trying to remember my passwords. My steam program signed out, and I cannot remember the password for that.

Are you using a proper modern SSD drive or
do you have an old hard disk drive for the main storage?

( I have a 0.5 Terra Byte SSD and a 1.8 Terra Byte hard disk for back up)

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Re: Improving computer performance suggestions
Reply #21 - Aug 11^th, 2026 at 2:31pm

Bobby. wrote on Aug 11^th, 2026 at 2:28pm:

UnSubRocky wrote on Aug 11^th, 2026 at 1:34pm:

Bobby. wrote on Aug 11^th, 2026 at 7:30am:

Real-World RAM Recommendations

8 GB RAM: The practical baseline.
Good for basic web browsing, typing documents, and watching videos.

16 GB RAM: The sweet spot.
Excellent for smooth multitasking, opening dozens of browser tabs, office work, and casual gaming.

32 GB+ RAM: The power-user tier.
Necessary for heavy video editing, 3D modeling, running virtual machines, and high-end gaming.

When I went from 8GB to 12GB RAM, it sufficiently improved the computer performance for my needs. Gaming is the primary usage of my computer. But, if the computer is not left alone to load for 5 minutes (minimum) upon load up, I am going to run into problems.

After shutting down my computer, this morning, I started the computer again 30 minutes ago. All my programs were reset and I had to sign in to facebook, youtube, and OzPol. Luckily, the passkey helps get me around trying to remember my passwords. My steam program signed out, and I cannot remember the password for that.

Are you using a proper modern SSD drive or
do you have an old hard disk drive for the main storage?

( I have a 0.5 Terra Byte SSD and a 1.8 Terra Byte hard disk for back up)

Why do you need so much storage?

Exactly how many pictures of Trump topless do you have? Shocked

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Bobby. Gold Member Offline Australian Politics Posts: 121259 Melbourne Gender:	Re: Improving computer performance suggestions Reply #22 - Aug 11^th, 2026 at 2:37pm Pecca - I don't need all that storage - it's just the size those devices are sold as. forgiven namaste
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Re: Improving computer performance suggestions
Reply #23 - Aug 11^th, 2026 at 5:13pm

Bobby. wrote on Aug 11^th, 2026 at 2:37pm:

Pecca - I don't need all that storage -
it's just the size those devices are sold as. Roll Eyes

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Get yourself a Chromebook then.

Key Features

14" HD (1366 x 768) SVA display

Intel N100 Quad core processor (1-3.4GHz)

64GB eMMC storage

4GB RAM

Intel UHD graphics

1 x USB-A port

1 x USB-C port

Bluetooth v5.3

Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)

Google Chrome OS

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Re: Improving computer performance suggestions
Reply #24 - Aug 11^th, 2026 at 5:28pm

greggerypeccary wrote on Aug 11^th, 2026 at 5:13pm:

Bobby. wrote on Aug 11^th, 2026 at 2:37pm:

Pecca - I don't need all that storage -
it's just the size those devices are sold as. Roll Eyes

forgiven

namaste

Get yourself a Chromebook then.

Key Features

14" HD (1366 x 768) SVA display

Intel N100 Quad core processor (1-3.4GHz)

64GB eMMC storage

4GB RAM

Intel UHD graphics

1 x USB-A port

1 x USB-C port

Bluetooth v5.3

Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)

Google Chrome OS

Stop trying to sell me a Chromebook -

I am more than happy with my you beaut desktop -
my Android mobile is a little toy in comparison.

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Re: Improving computer performance suggestions
Reply #25 - Aug 11^th, 2026 at 5:41pm

Bobby. wrote on Aug 11^th, 2026 at 5:28pm:

greggerypeccary wrote on Aug 11^th, 2026 at 5:13pm:

Bobby. wrote on Aug 11^th, 2026 at 2:37pm:

Pecca - I don't need all that storage -
it's just the size those devices are sold as. Roll Eyes

forgiven

namaste

Get yourself a Chromebook then.

Key Features

14" HD (1366 x 768) SVA display

Intel N100 Quad core processor (1-3.4GHz)

64GB eMMC storage

4GB RAM

Intel UHD graphics

1 x USB-A port

1 x USB-C port

Bluetooth v5.3

Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)

Google Chrome OS

Stop trying to sell me a Chromebook -

I am more than happy with my you beaut desktop -
my Android mobile is a little toy in comparison.

You can still go to all your gay porn sites with a Chromebook, Bobby.

Not that there's ...

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Re: Improving computer performance suggestions
Reply #26 - Aug 11^th, 2026 at 5:46pm

greggerypeccary wrote on Aug 11^th, 2026 at 5:13pm:

Bobby. wrote on Aug 11^th, 2026 at 2:37pm:

Pecca - I don't need all that storage -
it's just the size those devices are sold as. Roll Eyes

forgiven

namaste

Get yourself a Chromebook then.

Key Features

14" HD (1366 x 768) SVA display

Intel N100 Quad core processor (1-3.4GHz)

64GB eMMC storage

4GB RAM

Intel UHD graphics

1 x USB-A port

1 x USB-C port

Bluetooth v5.3

Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)

Google Chrome OS

What a downgrade that'd be.

40" HD (1920 x 1080) display

Intel 12600K 10 core processor (0.8-4.9GHz)

6TB SSD storage and 6TB spinning disks

32GB RAM

NVidia 16GB 5060Ti graphics

6 x USB-A port

1 x USB-C port

Debian Linux OS

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Setanta Gold Member Offline \/ Peace man! Posts: 17436 Northern NSW Gender:	Re: Improving computer performance suggestions Reply #27 - Aug 11^th, 2026 at 5:53pm greggerypeccary wrote on Aug 11^th, 2026 at 5:41pm: You can still go to all your gay porn sites That's about all it's good for and all someone like you would need.
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Re: Improving computer performance suggestions
Reply #28 - Aug 11^th, 2026 at 7:44pm

greggerypeccary wrote on Aug 11^th, 2026 at 5:41pm:

You can still go to all your gay porn sites with a Chromebook, Bobby.

Not that there's ...

Why would I go to the sites you love?

Now go and do your census:

what will be your reply for the question where they ask if you're:
straight,
a homo or
a lezzo?

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Re: Improving computer performance suggestions
Reply #29 - Aug 11^th, 2026 at 7:46pm

Bobby. wrote on Aug 11^th, 2026 at 7:44pm:

greggerypeccary wrote on Aug 11^th, 2026 at 5:41pm:

You can still go to all your gay porn sites with a Chromebook, Bobby.

Not that there's ...

Why would I go to the sites you love?

Now go and do your census:

what will be your reply for the question where they ask if you're:
straight,
a homo or
a lezzo?

In 'Other', I said 'Bobby'.

I'm a Bobby.

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