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There is nothing more frustrating than a computer that it is slow to respond or is not equipped to handle viruses properly. The good news is that most PC's are built to last 7-10 years. Many people think that a PC is like a car that needs "traded in" every two or three years. While most of us choose to purchase a new computer every two years or so, it's nice to know that this is not always necessary. Merely purchasing a new computer every 18-24 months also does not endure that your new PC can't get bogged down because of a virus or cache problem. All of us have experienced abrupt shut downs and for the longest time, "pop-ups." Thank goodness that pop-ups are becoming a thing of the past. However, there still remains different problems that as of today don't have pre-programed responses that automatically repair or remove problems before we even realize them.
While prepackaged applications are very helpful, PC owners can perform some maintenance on their own by emptying the computer's cache from time to time and accepting periodic software updates. However, for more complicated problems, a good application can take care of a lot of troubleshooting that is over the head of many PC owners. Applications that can diagnose and repair slow running systems, PC lock-ups, dreaded blue screens, and deal with random but frustrating PC shut downs can be very helpful.
A good online app should be constantly in monitoring mode and on the look out for hiccups. It should quickly diagnose errors and fix them, keep the system speed at max, and maintain a high-security level to block viruses and spyware. A good application will keep your hard drive efficient by removing unneeded registry entries that often end up on a PC's without your ever knowing. In addition, a PC gets cluttered over time with add-ons such as fancy toolbars and desktops that resemble more of a busy checker board rather than an organized PC. Finally, the app should provide a good backup and restore mechanism for the "just-in-case" scenario. A system monitoring program is simply nice to have, and it should have the accolades of a happy base of subscribers. The designers of a professional troubleshooting app should provide good customer references and offer a guarantee in the event that it doesn't meet your expectations.
