Windows 7 creates a special system file on you hard disk called a for use as supplemental ram

It seems like there might be a slight confusion or misunderstanding in your statement. Windows 7, as well as other modern versions of Windows, does use a feature called "ReadyBoost" that allows you to use a USB flash drive or SD card as additional virtual memory or RAM. However, it doesn't create a special system file on the hard disk for this purpose.

Here's how ReadyBoost works:

1. ReadyBoost:

• ReadyBoost is a feature that was introduced in Windows Vista and is also available in Windows 7. It allows you to use a removable storage device, such as a USB flash drive or SD card, to speed up your computer by caching data and files to the external device.

2. How to Use ReadyBoost:

• To use ReadyBoost in Windows 7, you would insert a compatible USB flash drive or SD card into your computer.
• Right-click on the drive in Windows Explorer, go to "Properties," and navigate to the "ReadyBoost" tab.
• From there, you can choose to dedicate some or all of the space on the drive for ReadyBoost.

3. Purpose of ReadyBoost:

• The primary purpose of ReadyBoost is to provide additional virtual memory to improve system performance, especially on computers with lower amounts of physical RAM.

4. No Special System File on the Hard Disk:

• ReadyBoost doesn't create a special system file on the hard disk. Instead, it utilizes the external storage device for caching purposes.

It's worth noting that ReadyBoost can provide a performance boost in certain scenarios, particularly on systems with limited RAM. However, on systems with sufficient RAM, the impact may be less noticeable.

If you're looking to increase the overall performance of your computer, especially if it's running an older operating system like Windows 7, it's generally recommended to consider upgrading to a more recent version of Windows or, if possible, upgrading the hardware components like RAM for a more substantial performance improvement. Additionally, please be aware that as of my knowledge cutoff date in January 2022, Windows 7 is no longer receiving security updates from Microsoft, so it's advisable to consider transitioning to a more recent and supported version of Windows.