{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Certified - The CompTIA A+ Audio Course","title":"Episode 85: Upgrade Paths and RAM Support","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/563a5caf\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":723,"description":"This episode dives into the rules and limitations surrounding Windows upgrades and memory capacity. You’ll learn about supported upgrade paths—for example, which versions of Windows can be upgraded in-place and which require a clean install. We explain why architecture matters, and how moving between 32-bit and 64-bit environments affects compatibility and software availability.\nWe also cover RAM limitations across editions and architectures, such as how 32-bit systems are capped at around 4 gigabytes of usable memory, while 64-bit editions can support hundreds of gigabytes depending on the SKU. This information is essential for selecting the right system build, troubleshooting performance issues, or answering scenario-based exam questions about system compatibility. Brought to you by BareMetalCyber.com.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/w3Tdxb0uSs_eptUGBRiq5j34MngLHYuzwCEDFypjt0Y/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS82MGIz/OWYyNTQ0MThhNDk1/MWNjMjAwYjhlZWYy/ODM0Mi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}