Chapter 9: Large Assembly Strategies

Select a workstation. Having the right tool for the job is the key to success in anything you do. This is true of selecting a large assembly workstation. You have learned that for optimal performance you should strive to keep your system working in physical memory (RAM).

Master It You notice that your computer runs slowly when working with large assemblies and you want to know whether you should consider a 64-bit system.

Solution To decide whether your system is adequate, evaluate the amount of time you spend working on large assemblies and the amount of that time you spend waiting on your workstation. Monitor your RAM usage, and decide whether upgrading to a 64-bit system is a good solution for your needs. ...

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