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With the proliferation of laptop computers, choosing to upgrade or implement notebook computer memory is not as straight forward as it may seem at first.

There is a variety of different types of memory, and it is important that you choose memory that is compatible with your notebook computer. Memory is also a little delicate, so you need to be very careful when handling it.

Adding Computer Memory - Some Tips

You should ensure that the Notebook is turned of and disconnected from any exterior power supply. No lights should be visible, and if they are, stop and double check for any live power sources.

Notebook computers are a little different to desktop PCs in that there is no need to take them apart in order to add memory. Access to the memory slots is via a panel located (usually) in the bottom of the laptop. Once you have found this panel, it should be a small matter of using a screwdriver to open up the panel and view the existing memory. In fact, you can do this to check the exact type of memory that your Notebook currently uses, because it is usually shown on the front of the memory strips and should be visible when you open up the memory panel.

The memory strips are usually locked in with small clips on the ends of the strips. To remove existing memory, simply flip the clips and then pull the memory strips gently from their holding place. If you are simply adding memory of course, and there is space available, just add the new memory, gently pushing it in to ensure it is fully seated in the slots, and then close the clips to hold the new memory in place.

Once you have replaced or added your Notebook computer memory, it is simply a case of replacing the access panel, and then screwing the panel back in place.

Finally, power up the Notebook, and ensure that the memory has been read by the Notebook. When the PC starts up, it should count the memory and tell you how much it thinks it has access to.

If any problems occur, repeat the whole procedure, checking very carefully that the memory is properly seated in the notebook.

Get the scoop on notebook computer memory. Tips on choosing the right memory and on how to install it into your notebook.

It is well known that to be a great tennis player you have to use your mental as well as your physical skills. These tennis mental skills are as vital in terms of your tennis training as hitting forehands and backhands. Let's be honest, the more successful players are mentally tougher than the others! Is it a fluke that Federer and Sampras have so many titles and Safin so few for a player of his ability?

What do people mean when they say Nadal is so mentally tough? Can your mind game get you through matches? Is your mental approach more important than than your technique? One of the most powerful tennis psychology skills is that of goal setting.

Goal setting is a powerful way to turn your tennis vision of the future into reality. By knowing exactly what you want to achieve you will be able to concentrate all of your efforts in the right directions as well as being able to quickly spot any distractions that may pop up. Also, you will find that well-set goals are very motivating. Your self-confidence will explode as you start setting and achieving goals and get nearer to your overall target.

How To Do Goalsetting

First create your "big picture" of what you want to do with your tennis.
Second, break these down into smaller and smaller chunks that become weekly goals.
Finally, now you have your plan, start working towards achieving it.

SMART Goals

The best way to make goals more powerful is to use the SMART mnemonic. SMART stands for:

S Specific (e.g. I want to improve my tennis rating from 6.2 to 5.2 NOT I want to improve my tennis.

M Measurable (you must be able to measure exactly whether you are reaching your targets or not.

A Attainable (can you eally win all 4 Grand Slams this year?)

R Relevant (e.g. improving your 1st serve % WILL help your game but mowing the lawn on a regular basis wil not!)

T Time-bound (Give yourself an exact date to do things by as this will stop you wasting time!)

PLEASE NOTE - As you make progress please don't react wrongly to any goals that you don't achieve.

These are NOT failures!

Because everything you do provides you with valuable feedback, you just have to learn to use this feedback you get to re-align your goals as necessary. You really need to realise that this is a normal process that you must follow.

By using the above system to set your goals followed by regularly checking progress and making any adjustments necessary you will find yourself hitting your tennis targets and your tennis goals on a regular basis - NO QUESTION!

Paul Gold has a Masters Degree in Sport Sciences and is a regular contributor to many tennis publications around the World. For more information, visit http://www.tennis-training-central.com He has also just released a special report on footwork for tennis at http://www.footwork4tennis.com