The 'Download More RAM' meme is a long-standing internet joke that mocks users who are not technologically literate enough to know that RAM is a physical hardware component that cannot be obtained via software downloads. The joke gained massive traction in the mid-2000s, leading to the creation of various satirical websites that claimed to offer free memory downloads as a prank. Today, it is used as a classic bait-and-switch or to poke fun at the perceived simplicity of fixing complex hardware issues. It serves as a rite of passage for many in the PC building and gaming communities, symbolizing the transition from a tech novice to an informed enthusiast who understands how hardware actually works.