Virtual Memory

[MVP]

Apparently my virtual memory is too low. I have a few questions about that.

First off my system is a Dell Dimension 4600 with Windows XP Professional.

Anyways, could my low virtual memory explain for the persisting freeze-ups of my IE? I'm usually logged on to other programs (i.e. AIM, MSN, WMP, etc.) while using IE.

Secondly, how do I decrease the build-up in my virtual memory? (increase it again)

Any sort of advice would be appreciated. :wavesad:

[DS]

Yes that could be the reason it's freezing up. To save up memory all I can think of is to only open a few programs at a time. Or get more memory. You can get some good stuff pretty cheap.

[The Mackem]

Isn't virtual memory something that you can increase in your computer settings? I rmember having to do that on my mates computer before.

[MVP]

Yeah I increased the initial virtual memory the computer has at one time.

It's like 450 to 768 MB, but now the initial memory is beyond what's recommened (382).

Is that a good idea?