Technophile

Does Replacing RAM Delete Anything On Your Laptop? Replacing your computer's RAM does not erase any of your personal files, documents, photos, or programs that you had installed. The RAM of your computer is a volatile memory, or rather temporary storage of data as long as your computer is on. Consider it to be a working area. Your hard drive (HDD) or solid-state drive (SSD) is a non-volatile storage device holding all of your permanent files. Once you close your computer to get you new RAM, the temporary files are deleted, but your permanent files on your storage disk come out unaltered and intact. The Difference Between RAM and Storage The key to understanding why your files are safe is to first have a clear understanding of the core distinction between RAM (Random Access Memory) and your storage drive (HDD or SSD). Suppose you are a writer sitting at a table. RAM is your desk (or workbench). It is the place where you work to complete your ongoing projects. You unfold your papers,...