subject: Easy Yet Effective Pc Tweaks [print this page] As we might not notice, our computers get slower and slower as we use them. You will possibly get pop up errors, slower downloads, slower boot ups and many more. This is maybe because you are inflicted by a virus, or there are too many junk files in your hard drive. Also, improper configuration and system complication might be a great factor in slowing down your computers performance. We feel totally messed up as we use a very slow computers. But dont lose hope because you can still bring back the speed of your computer with some tweaks and maintenance.
Defragmentation - This is one of the windows built in utilities to group together files for proper and faster indexing. This brings up several scattered related files together written in your hard disk drive. With this, your computer will only look for a certain area of your hard disk during process. To access degfragmentation utility, go to start > accessories > System tools then click on Disk Defragmenter.
Deleting unnecessary files - These necessary files include the files located in your recycle bin and temp folder. Files in recycle bin is generated everytime you delete any files, and temp folder is the folder located in your windows/documents and settings which holds files generated by some programs or
systems that is necessary to perform a certain task.
Uninstalling Unnecessary Programs If we like the program, we usually just install and install them without consider to uninstall programs that you are not using anymore. A single program ranges about 5Mb- 10 Gb, and obviously occupying a large space in your hard drive.
Disabling Start Up Programs The main reason why your computer had slow start up is because there are so many programs utilizing during your start up. These are like welcome message, messenger sign, update notice, etc. If possible to disable them, feel free because this will make a huge difference in the performance of your computer.
These are only some of the many ways to speed up your computer, you can find many pc tweaks all around the internet, you can also have some advice from computer technicians to speed up your computer. If you cant resist playing around with your slow computer, and you cant afford to buy a brand new one, tweaking up your computer and proper maintenance would be the best solution.
