The general recommendation at this juncture is 4 or more GB, especially if using a 64 bit OS.-ed. -----Original Message----- From: j-say-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:j-say-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Judy Watford Sent: Wednesday, February 27, 2013 4:17 AM To: j-say@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: [j-say list] Re: Memory required for running JAWS and J-Say? In my opinion, no! Depending on operating system, versions, and other factors it may vary. I have used 4 gigs on my xp machine. Judy -----Original Message----- From: j-say-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:j-say-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Ann Byrne Sent: Tuesday, February 26, 2013 10:02 PM To: j-say@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: [j-say list] Memory required for running JAWS and J-Say? I have a lap top I want to use for teaching J-Say. Currently it has less than a gig of memory and can't manage. Will 1 gb be enough? 2? Thanks, Ann