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2. RAM Capacity
RAM or random access memory acts as the brain of the server. RAM determines how
well your website functions by managing the tasks and operations coming from the CPU.
If your server has less memory, it may not be able to handle multiple tasks at once like
managing different software or customer activity on your website. Generally, 1 GB of
RAM should be enough to serve over 3,000 coming to your website. If your website is
receiving more visitors than this, then it is time to increase your RAM.
Every application on your website will require RAM to run efficiently. Think of your
WordPress supported blog or the various number of plugins, like WooCommerce,
installed on your website to facilitate sales. The rule of the thumb is to always have an
extra RAM to help you expand your reach in 2019. If your website runs perfectly on
4GB of RAM, consider switching to 5GB RAM just to give you room to advance come
next year.