Well this week in ISM the clearest topic I learned about was the CPU Storage section. As a avid gamer, I learned at a young age how to increase my computers performance through its storage. Upgrading and installing extra sticks of RAM (Random Access Memory) is extremely critical in improving your systems speed. It is also better to install more RAM rather than let the memory be stored on your hard drive (Virtual Memory) which can dramatically slow down your access time and increase your latency, which in game can cause you to lag (your game wont buffer as smoothly).
Also, I learned about the importance of the Solid State Drive. Although it is more expensive than regular hard drives, the benefits accumulated from using this type of drive far surpass those of a normal hard drive. The durability of shock resistance, environmental efficiency, and the fact of it being cooler, quieter and faster all make the small increase in price worthwhile. Also, when entering the business environment the last thing you want to happen is to be doing a HUGE presentation to seal a deal, and your powerpoint freeze up or your computer crash because its running to many applications with not enough RAM. A lack of memory and a computer malfunction can be a deal breaker in the business world where time is money.
The lectures were very informational and once I printed out the slides the sections were a breeze. Although, I did take some additional notes, the basic topics were not confusing and the professor did an extraordinary job at explaining them.
The following link helps to clarify why RAM is important in the business environment.
http://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/how-to/build-pc/1278856
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