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Posted: **Mon Jun 28, 2004 11:09 pm**

I went into system information in XP home. It said I had 512 MB total Physical Memory, but only 264.89 Available Memory. Why the difference?
PS im a 70 yr old newbie

Posted: **Mon Jun 28, 2004 11:33 pm**

Because the Programs/Processes and Operating System that are running are using 247.11 MB.
At least you are running WinXp. When you stop using a Program in XP it gives the RAM (Memory) back, to be used by other Programs.
In earlier Windows versions the only way to regain used RAM was to reboot.
brad

Posted: **Mon Jun 28, 2004 11:39 pm**

OK, that makes sence.
Thanks alot

Posted: **Mon Jun 28, 2004 11:50 pm**

You're welcome.
brad