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Single-Channel vs. Dual-Channel vs. Quad-Channel RAM – Which is Best?
Let our team walk you through the different memory channel options.

ECC vs. Non-ECC Memory – Which One Do You Actually Need?
Confused about ECC and Non-ECC Ram Module? We will walk you through the differences and if it is actually needed for your system or not.

Choosing the Right RAM
Learn the basics of RAM memory to help you make the right decision when purchasing your upgrade.

When and Why You Should Upgrade Your Memory
Looking to upgrade your ram memory then look no further.

Why upgrade to an SSD?
SSDs vs HDDs which to use and why?

Understanding Printer Memory Errors
Ensuring that your printer is up to the job of printing large documents is imperative, increasing the printers memory will enhance the performance.

Container Technology and Memory
Container technology is rapidly gaining popularity and as ever memory is a key component that is often not available in the quantities required.

How much Ram do I need for Gaming?
RAM is critical for a gaming laptop but how much is enough?

Virtual Machines and Memory
Memory is a critical part of getting the best performance out of any application, and virtualisation just adds more pressure to this.

How to Decide When You Need a Laptop Memory Upgrade
The reality is that without the proper memory upgrade, you will still be using a laptop that is operating at low efficiency.

A Dell Memory – A Personal History
A brief history of Dell from a personal perspective. Find out how Dell managed to get a loyal customer just by delivering the right machine at the right time.

Skylake Will Bring DDR4 to the Mainstream
Find out what Skylake is and what it means for your machine. Offtek have been providing computer memory since 1997 and are always up on the latest tech.

DDR4 Server RAM Will Put You Ahead of the Curve
Discussing the benefits of DDR4 Ram memory in Servers.

The Portal Opens on Virtual Reality
Read about what virtual reality systems are getting the people in the know excited, when they'll be available, and what you'll have to pay for them.

Passwords, Memory Cards and God Save the Queen: Top Security Tips
Want to know the best 5 ways to protect your data? Read this rundown on what the experts know for the essentials on your digital security needs.

As Computer Memory Increases, Artificial Intelligence Is Closer Than We Think
Sci-fi movies where AI-controlled robots threaten our very existence? Read about how computer memory power is growing and AI getting closer.

Why am I not seeing all my Ram Memory?
Ensure that your machine is able to use all the memory you have installed.

Intel and Micron Team Up to Create New Memory
Tech giants Intel and Micron's have announced plans to create a new and improved form of memory used in computers.

US President Obama Seeks 'Super Computer'
This isn't just any smoke and mirrors, either, as Obama signed an Executive Order to take the initial steps towards building this behemoth of a computer. But what exactly is the purpose of this super computer?

3 Easy Ways To Speed Up a Slow PC
Don't you hate waiting ages for a program to load? Whether you're creating a document, writing an email, it's hard to get much work accomplished on a slow computer.

Apple 1 Computer Up For Sale On eBay
The original Apple 1 PC is up for grabs in aid of ALS.

A Look Back at The History of RAM
Random access memory (RAM) has come a long ways over the years. Discover the History of RAM.

What Is Non-Volatile Memory Express?
Solid State Drives (SSD) are becoming more and more common in modern-day computers. How can NVMe help improve this technology.

What Is Non-Volatile Random Access Memory?
With the growing trend of tablet computers and high-end smartphones we look into NVRAM.

Your Computer Knows You Better Than Your Friends and Family
Who knows you better your Family or your PC?

Troubleshooting 'Out of Memory' Error Message In Windows
Have you noticed an "out of memory" error message when attempting to open new applications in Microsoft Windows?

Meet The World's First Smartphone With 4GB RAM
This phones can deliver up to seven times (7X)* faster gaming performance than its predecessor.

June 30 'Leap Second' May Cause Computer Problems
Are you ready for the #LeapSecond?

How To Fix a Memory Leak In Mozilla Firefox
"If you exhausted all tips in the previous sections and your memory usage is still close to the maximum, maybe it's time for you to add more memory to your computer. RAM is cheap and will provide a huge performance boost," wrote Mozilla.

Raspberry Pi 2: 6x Processing Power, 2x Memory
It's been a long time in the making, but the second-generation Raspberry Pi is now available. See what its made of in our latest post.

US Government To Develop Superconducting Computer
We look into the latest technolgy being used for superconducting computers

NSA Documents Reveal Which Encryption Methods Are Toughest To Crack
Data from leaked National Security Agency (NSA) documents .

Static vs Dynamic RAM: What's The Difference?
To learn more about the nuances between static and dynamic RAM, keep reading.....

The iPhone is 2x More Memory Efficient Than Android Smartphones
Apple vs Android which is more efficient?

What Is a Memory Wall?
Just another Brick in the wall? We discuss memory walls what they are and when we may hit them.

Microsoft To Unveil Windows 10 Next Month
Windows 10......

World's First Electric Computer
What did we do before ipads, mobiles and laptops? Take a leap back and see what the worlds first computer was like and where it is today.

Pros and Cons of Cloud Computing
We hash out the good and bad of cloud computing.

5 ways To Free Up RAM on Your PC
We show you the Top 5 Ways to boot the ram on your machine.

Remember To Ground Yourself When Installing RAM
Installing new RAM is a relatively simple process that most people can do themselves. We take you through how to ground yourself correctly when installing Ram Memory.

Installed vs Usable Memory: What's The Difference?
The next time you log on your PC, check out your system settings under the Windows control panel to see how much Ram you are actually able to use.

The Scoop on DDR4 RAM
With the release of DDR4 we delve into the new spec and look at the benefits of the fourth generation.

Laptop Memory - What is Ram and How much do I need?
Get the low down on what Laptop memory is and does in your machine.

Do I need more Memory?
So how do you know if you computer is due for a memory upgrade? Well the information in our latest Blog post should help you determine the answer to this question.

Time to Upgrade your Ram Memory
What does memory do and why do I need more? Our latest post explains it all. No Jargon just plain and simple information on how memory works in your machine and how to determine if you require an additional memory upgrade