: Automatically determines the cache size as a percentage of your physical RAM. 0 : Disables the memory cache entirely.

: Must be set to true for the capacity setting to function.

Most users never need to touch this setting because modern Firefox versions (v4.0+) use dynamic cache sizing based on your available system resources. However, manually adjusting it can be beneficial in several scenarios:

Web browsers typically use two types of caches: and memory cache .

: Set to false if you want to bypass the slower disk cache entirely and rely only on RAM.

: Stores data on your hard drive or SSD. It is persistent but relatively slow to access.

: Stores data directly in your RAM. It is extremely fast but volatile, meaning it is cleared whenever the browser or computer restarts.

Note: If the preference does not exist, right-click any blank area, select , and name it exactly as written above . Enter a Value :

While modern browsers are excellent at managing memory on their own, understanding browser.cache.memory.capacity empowers you to optimize your browsing experience to match your specific hardware and privacy needs. Firefox/Tweaks - ArchWiki

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