Want to install RAM

I was wondering if everyone can give me some advice as to which type of after-market RAM would be best for my MBP. Is this a good idea? or should it be stock from Apple? is it easy to install? Any insite would be appreciated. I am looking for at least a Gig in my 1.83 MBP. Thank you in advance for the help.

When my ram arrived i tried to get the screws of with some screwdrivers that i had at home and i had no success.
I thought i better stop right there before i do some damage. I was all ready to pay my local computer shop to fit my ram in for me. Much to my shock when i went there they wanted £30 for the job.
They said that i could do this myself but i said that i cannot get the screws of.
They then specially selected me the screwdriver in the shop that would be able to open it up by testing it on my MBP there and then in the shop.
When i got home it was as simple as anything to get the cover of with the right tools.
I was unsure where to insert the ram at first. There are two levels where the ram is situated and 2nd stick of ram should be fitted at the top.
I am using Kingston ram part number KTA-MB667/1G which i would recommend.
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