Stupid question time about RAM

[TheTrueReview]

I just upgraded the RAM in my notebook from 2 gig to 4 gig b/c it was shyting me big time due to slowness & hangtime. The difference in speed is very noticeable, which brings me to my question - can the RAM sticks/cards in a computer wear out over time?

[dan]

Everything has a use by date.... but in my experience, they either work or they don't. There's no in between.

[henno]

What dan said. Unless the ram you replaced it with was better quality and/or better spec'd.

[PeteyD]

More RAM could mean less relying on Virtual ram (hard disk files - paging file etc) so increased speed.

[shavey]

Ditto and ditto...

You'll either have a working stick or a buggy one which can sometimes be the cause of the mystery reboot or the dreaded BSOD.

[markTHEblake]

can the RAM sticks/cards in a computer wear out over time?

not really but you will permanently damage them if you handle the memory without safely earthing yourself. Static Electricity is a silent killer.

[TheTrueReview]

Thanks guys.