Cache Tuning

Cache tuning is available only in the registered version. Because of the dynamic nature of Windows NT's virtual memory, cache tuning is not available under Windows NT.

What is it?
Like "SmartDrv" in older versions of Windows, Windows9X contains integrated file caching to enhance performance.  Because machine configurations vary so greatly, the default caching scheme is a compromise that works reasonably well for most users.  By specifically tuning the cache to your typical scenarios, however, greatly improved performance is possible.  MemTurbo's cache adjustments can also prevent buffer underruns when burning CDs, excessive delays from paging when playing games, and so on.

By selecting one of the pre-defined machine profiles (such as LowMemory system, Power User, CD Burning, Gaming, etc) MemTurbo will adjust Windows' file caching to better suit your needs.  You may optionally select "User-Defined" from the dropdown list and manually set the following parameters:

Minimum Cache Size Ensures that the minimum amount of memory that you specify is always reserved for the file cache.  This can significantly improve performance on systems where a memory-hungry application or game tries to reserve all available memory for itself.  Setting a minimum cache size (a good guideline is 1/16 of your system RAM) can improve file access and web server performance, and helps to prevent buffer underruns when burning CDs.

Maximum Cache Size Sets an upper bound for the amount of memory that will be allocated to the file cache.   Selecting a low value can prevent the file cache from consuming too much valuable RAM.  Setting it too low, however, can degrade disk performance.

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