ReadyBoost
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ReadyBoost
If you are running any version of Microsoft Windows Vista on your computer, then you have the option of using ReadyBoost. ReadyBoost is a new concept in which you can use a USB flash drive or flash memory stick to improve your system performance without actually adding anything to the inside of the computer.
The USB Flash drive or memory stick will serve as additional cache memory. This is memory that the computer can access much faster than data stored on a hard disk drive. This can be done to facilitate more multi-tasking, or even to make a video game run a little bit smoother. It will not be a night and day difference, but you should notice a boost in your system's performance while doing this.
It is recommended to use a ReadyBoost device that is equal to the amount of RAM you have onboard. So if you have 2GB of RAM, you will want to get a 2GB flash drive or memory stick for the best performance boost possible.
