I have 4GB ram running 10.7.5 . Would installing Mavericks make it easier to run apps such as VMware,Xcode and ADT(Eclipse)?

I have 4GB ram running 10.7.5 . Would installing Mavericks make it easier to run apps such as VMware,Xcode and ADT(Eclipse)?

I fully agree with Barney-15E above.
Well if you are entertaing the idea why not up grade the OS
Then see for yourself how you use your Mac.  You can always upgrade at that point.
RAM is the best bang for your buck.
OWC  http://www.macsales.com/
Crucial  http://www.crucial.com/
System requirement fot Mavericks actually designate 2GB minimium:
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht5842

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