How can I find out my PC's hardware specifications without formatting? (Ubuntu)

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To gather detailed system information on a PC running the latest Ubuntu release with 4 MB RAM, various terminal commands can be utilized. For CPU details, commands such as 'lscpu' or 'cat /proc/cpuinfo' provide comprehensive information. To check RAM specifications, the command 'cat /proc/meminfo' is effective. Additionally, BIOS can offer system details without the need to modify any settings. However, for video parameters, further exploration at the OS level is necessary. Reformatting the system is not required for this process.
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how can i do that if my PC is using the latest Ubuntu release compatible with a 4 MB RAM PC?
 
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riveramoncada said:
4 MB RAM PC?
Hi, fellow retro-HW enthusiast o0)

(OK, I know that it was likely a typo:wink:)

Ps.: BIOS will be happy to give you the details, just don't save or modify anything there.
Only the video parameters requires some OS level digging.
 
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