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Carolina · 10 March 2009, 12:10 AM

OK, computer people:

A little window just popped up to let me know that Windows is running low on virtual memory, and it will be expanding said memory to help me out.

What is virtual memory, and what can I do that would be proactive on this issue??

redshirt1957 · 10 March 2009, 12:45 AM

If you need to know anything about virtual fornication, now I can be of assistance there.

Maybe Helen will know?

bodybump · 10 March 2009, 01:14 AM

The amount of virtual memory your computer has available is controlled by a simple setting. On Windows XP look in Control Panel: System, Advanced, Performance, Settings, Advanced, Virtual Memory. I believe it's in a similar location in other versions of Windows... usually running out of virtual memory means that you are running to many programs at the same time for your system or one of them is attempting to use too much memory. You might also want to check out what's running when this happens and how much memory each program is using. I hope it helps carol...

bodybump · 10 March 2009, 01:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redshirt1957

If you need to know anything about virtual fornication, now I can be of assistance there.

Maybe Helen will know?

OH boy joe!!!

jdc · 10 March 2009, 01:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Carolina

OK, computer people:

A little window just popped up to let me know that Windows is running low on virtual memory, and it will be expanding said memory to help me out.

What is virtual memory, and what can I do that would be proactive on this issue??

sounds like you have been infected by the Bubba virus, don't give it any encouragement to expand otherwise you will never get rid of it

..........sorry I cannot help, I have zero computer skills

2careless · 10 March 2009, 05:22 AM

Sounds like you have too many resident programs running. That could be voluntary or your machine is virus/malware infected.
Start Task manager and see if Commit Charge (K)" "total" is near the "limit" as well as whether "peak" is near "limit".
Also, do you feel the computer "sluggish" as if the disk is always "clicking"?
To change virtual memory settings, assuming you're running XP,
1. right click "My Computer", goto "Properties",
2. select "Advanced" tab, use the "Performance" "settings"
3. select "Advanced" tab, and you'll see "Virtual memory". You can change it there. Make sure your virtual page file is in your local hard disk and usually people lets the system to decide how big is the virtual memory.

diablojota · 10 March 2009, 05:50 AM

You should probably run an anti-virus program and an anti-spyware program. Also, quit all applications, restart the computer (after adjusting your VM setting as mentioned above). What programs are you trying to run? Usually I only ran into VM issues when I was running Photoshop, Word, and a couple other programs at the same time with 1GB of RAM. No issues with it now since I upgraded.

Carolina · 10 March 2009, 09:00 AM

I had a couple of browser windows open, as well as a PDF document. That's it. Thanks for the advice - I'll give it a try!

dkpw · 10 March 2009, 09:15 AM

A simple restart will clear any virtual memory issues.

Three other bits of advice.
1. Max the RAM in your computer, it's the best and cheapest way of improving performance.
2. If you use Windows, always keep your Anti-Virus and Anti-Spyware up to date.
3. Dump Windows and get Linux or use a Mac. Thus point 2 becomes obsolete.

:-)

vh_bu98 · 10 March 2009, 11:11 AM

I would recommend restarting your PC daily and to add more RAM.

Virtual Memory is hard drive space that is utilized when your RAM has been exhausted. This increases defragmentation on your hard drive, reduce performance and potentially lessen the life of the hard drive.

Carolina · 10 March 2009, 11:17 AM

I get lazy, and sometimes forget to restart for several days. I restarted earlier, and it seemed to solve the problem.

JJ Irani · 10 March 2009, 11:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vh_bu98

I would recommend restarting your PC daily and to add more RAM.

Virtual Memory is hard drive space that is utilized when your RAM has been exhausted. This increases defragmentation on your hard drive, reduce performance and potentially lessen the life of the hard drive.

And if you don't have enough RAM, I could supply a few SHEEP!!

Carolina · 10 March 2009, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

And if you don't have enough RAM, I could supply a few SHEEP!!

oh Paulie...

JJ Irani · 10 March 2009, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Carolina

oh Paulie...

Tosserette!!

Carolina · 10 March 2009, 11:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Tosserette!!

JJ, around here that's a compliment!

JJ Irani · 10 March 2009, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Carolina

JJ, around here that's a compliment!

Very true.....but just don't let Chris hear that!!

Carolina · 10 March 2009, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Very true.....but just don't let Chris hear that!!

Yes, that would be an interesting explanation!

Carolina · 10 March 2009, 11:43 AM

Hey, look at this...

Carolina · 10 March 2009, 11:44 AM

...4000!!

JJ Irani · 10 March 2009, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Carolina

...4000!!

Congrats, Caroline......keep 'em coming. You've been such a tremendous asset and tosserette to this forum!!

redshirt1957 · 10 March 2009, 11:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Carolina

...4000!!

My eyesight is getting really bad. Did you just type 40DD?

JJ Irani · 10 March 2009, 11:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redshirt1957

My eyesight is getting really bad. Did you just type 40DD?

bodybump · 10 March 2009, 01:06 PM

Just IN time carol!!!!!!! Congratulations darlin!!!!!

bodybump · 10 March 2009, 01:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redshirt1957

My eyesight is getting really bad. Did you just type 40DD?

Joe that was not below the belt...

Carolina · 10 March 2009, 09:52 PM

You guys are just crazy!

jdc · 10 March 2009, 11:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bodybump

Joe that was not below the belt...

nothing defies gravity in the long run

2careless · 11 March 2009, 05:54 AM

I really wonder if Joe's wifey (Melissa right?) visits this forum or not...

Carolina · 11 March 2009, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2careless

I really wonder if Joe's wifey (Melissa right?) visits this forum or not...

For her sanity, I hope not!!

JJ Irani · 11 March 2009, 09:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Carolina

For her sanity, I hope not!!

Yes.......otherwise our poor Bubba will be looking for yet another wife!!

10 March 2009, 12:10 AM	#1
Carolina "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Carolina Watch: it, Bubba! Posts: 6,271	Computer question OK, computer people: A little window just popped up to let me know that Windows is running low on virtual memory, and it will be expanding said memory to help me out. What is virtual memory, and what can I do that would be proactive on this issue?? __________________ . .Member #5380 .

10 March 2009, 01:14 AM	#3
bodybump ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Me!!! Posts: 23,233	The amount of virtual memory your computer has available is controlled by a simple setting. On Windows XP look in Control Panel: System, Advanced, Performance, Settings, Advanced, Virtual Memory. I believe it's in a similar location in other versions of Windows... usually running out of virtual memory means that you are running to many programs at the same time for your system or one of them is attempting to use too much memory. You might also want to check out what's running when this happens and how much memory each program is using. I hope it helps carol... __________________

10 March 2009, 05:50 AM	#7
diablojota "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Frank Location: Chattanooga, TN Watch: SS Submariner Date Posts: 4,042	You should probably run an anti-virus program and an anti-spyware program. Also, quit all applications, restart the computer (after adjusting your VM setting as mentioned above). What programs are you trying to run? Usually I only ran into VM issues when I was running Photoshop, Word, and a couple other programs at the same time with 1GB of RAM. No issues with it now since I upgraded. __________________ RTFT - Read The Friggin' Thread FcB

10 March 2009, 09:00 AM	#8
Carolina "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Carolina Watch: it, Bubba! Posts: 6,271	I had a couple of browser windows open, as well as a PDF document. That's it. Thanks for the advice - I'll give it a try! __________________ . .Member #5380 .

10 March 2009, 09:15 AM	#9
dkpw "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: Scotland Watch: 16610 & 214270 Posts: 1,294	A simple restart will clear any virtual memory issues. Three other bits of advice. 1. Max the RAM in your computer, it's the best and cheapest way of improving performance. 2. If you use Windows, always keep your Anti-Virus and Anti-Spyware up to date. 3. Dump Windows and get Linux or use a Mac. Thus point 2 becomes obsolete. :-) __________________ Sub 16610, Explorer 214270, Ω Speedy Pro & many others. David

10 March 2009, 12:45 AM	#2
redshirt1957 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Bubba Location: Bitsyville! Watch: Blue YM today! Posts: 10,053	If you need to know anything about virtual fornication, now I can be of assistance there. Maybe Helen will know?

10 March 2009, 05:22 AM	#6
2careless "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Melbourne, AU Watch: Pepsi Posts: 4,370	Sounds like you have too many resident programs running. That could be voluntary or your machine is virus/malware infected. Start Task manager and see if Commit Charge (K)" "total" is near the "limit" as well as whether "peak" is near "limit". Also, do you feel the computer "sluggish" as if the disk is always "clicking"? To change virtual memory settings, assuming you're running XP, 1. right click "My Computer", goto "Properties", 2. select "Advanced" tab, use the "Performance" "settings" 3. select "Advanced" tab, and you'll see "Virtual memory". You can change it there. Make sure your virtual page file is in your local hard disk and usually people lets the system to decide how big is the virtual memory.

10 March 2009, 11:11 AM	#10
vh_bu98 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Vu Location: Dallas area Watch: Platinum YM Posts: 2,646	I would recommend restarting your PC daily and to add more RAM. Virtual Memory is hard drive space that is utilized when your RAM has been exhausted. This increases defragmentation on your hard drive, reduce performance and potentially lessen the life of the hard drive.

10 March 2009, 11:17 AM	#11
Carolina "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Carolina Watch: it, Bubba! Posts: 6,271	I get lazy, and sometimes forget to restart for several days. I restarted earlier, and it seemed to solve the problem. __________________ . .Member #5380 .

10 March 2009, 11:43 AM	#18
Carolina "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Carolina Watch: it, Bubba! Posts: 6,271	Hey, look at this... __________________ . .Member #5380 .

10 March 2009, 11:44 AM	#19
Carolina "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Carolina Watch: it, Bubba! Posts: 6,271	...4000!! __________________ . .Member #5380 .

10 March 2009, 01:06 PM	#23
bodybump ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Me!!! Posts: 23,233	Just IN time carol!!!!!!! Congratulations darlin!!!!! __________________

10 March 2009, 09:52 PM	#25
Carolina "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Carolina Watch: it, Bubba! Posts: 6,271	You guys are just crazy! __________________ . .Member #5380 .

11 March 2009, 05:54 AM	#27
2careless "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Melbourne, AU Watch: Pepsi Posts: 4,370	I really wonder if Joe's wifey (Melissa right?) visits this forum or not...

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