Swap partition size (future proofing)

[Edward]

David Fletcher wrote:
> I've just ordered the parts to build a new PC :)
> 
> The motherboard (Intel D865PERL) has four memory module sockets which can take 
> a total of 4G RAM.
> 
> I have ordered a single 1G memory module, leaving me plenty of scope to expand 
> the memory later if I want to.

Just a side note - the others are already answering your questions 
below,  if you have not received the 1Gb yet, cancel and change it to 
two 512Mb modules. In most cases it will only cost you about $10 more or 
so, but the PERL can use Dual Memory Channels. In my year or so working 
with those boards I can almost guarantee you at least 10% speed increase 
in the system as a whole.

Regards,
Ed.