How can i check how much ram my computer is using?

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yes that all really, wasn't sure which forum to post this on so sorry in advance if i got it wrong.
 
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Open Terminal and type "top" (without the "").

...or download iStat.
 
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if you want to visually see all the processes including CPU usage open Activity Monitor

its in Applications > Utilities
 
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Click the System Memory Tab-

If you leave the activity monitor running while you open apps, you can monitor how much memory your system has free, or is in need of.

iStat is very nice as well.
 
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hmm got istat, very useful set +1 reputation for topdog :)
 
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if I were you I would drag the whole utilities folder to the dock area just because then it is easier to get to.
 
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I like MenuMeters a LOT.
 

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