Question about Memory options

[toki]

On 02/24/2017 01:37 AM, Lori Kaufman wrote:

> If you don't use inserted objects often, does decreasing the number of
> objects stored in the cache release memory that can be made available to the
> image cache? Or, does one not affect the other?

How much it affects performance literally depends upon how much RAM your
system has.

> Also, does disabling the Java runtime environment help speed up the performance

If you've got adequate RAM, then disabling the Java Runtime environment
doesn't improve performance.

If your system has an inadequate amount of RAM< then disabling the JRE
might improve performance, but with a loss of functionality.

> that don't use it, such as Writer or Calc?

Whilst Base is the only component that explicitly requires the JRE,
functionality in the other components might take a hit, due to the
reliance on extensions to provide specific functionality.

> If someone can provide an explanation of how the Memory settings affect
> performance, and under what circumstances, I would really appreciate it.

In general, the default settings at ">Tools >Options >Memory" are on the
low side. However, changing them, without an adequate amount of RAM,
will have a negative impact on performance.

IOW, the simplest way to increase performance is:
* Increase the amount of RAM in the system;
* If Calc is the primary usage, Install, and use a graphics card that
LibO is coded for;

* Only install dictionaries, grammar checkers, extensions, and templates
that are used every day;
* Uninstall dictionary, grammar checkers, extensions, and templates that
you do not use every day;

jonathon