STEAM Learning Journal (E Sports)

1-9-26

• Why do AI companies need RAM?  

LLMs are trained on data from the internet to make their generative responses better. RAM allows for more memory to be compiled within an LLM to reference context and the data it's been trained refer to. 

• Why is there a current shortage for RAM?

LLM companies such as OpenAI and Gemini are using RAM to compile memory to improve the speed of their data training. Training their models on data stored in RAM can speed up the training processes for these LLMS.

• What would you recommend to a friend or business partner who is looking to purchase more RAM for their PC? 

Buy from an in-person manufacturer or buy used RAM.