subject: How To Find And Fix Errors With Windows [print this page] In this article you will learn about how to find and fix faults associated with the slow loading of operating systems, such as:
- Windows XP Professional;
- Windows Vista;
- Windows Seven.
Slow loading operating system - a very common problem, mainly due to virus attack, spyware software, problems with the system registry Windows, hardware malfunctions, software, security gaps operating system and a large number of installed programs.
The following tips will help you diagnose and identify the precise problems that affect the performance of your system:
1. Update your operating system:
Regularly update your operating system to address gaps in protection, download the latest patches.
2. Install antivirus software:
Frequently update your antivirus software and check your computer for viruses and other unwanted software.
3. Set anti spyware software:
Spyware software is the real cause of faulty operation of your computer. To protect your computer from spyware software, you should install anti spyware software.
4. From time to time defragment your hard disk:
Defragmenting your hard drive (especially the drive C) will free the unused space on your hard drive that will help you to increase your computer's performance.
5. Deactivate unwanted startup programs:
Unwanted programs during Windows start up create some problems such as slowing the boot, the use of system resources and low productivity of the computer. In order to disable unwanted programs at startup, you should follow these steps.
In Windows XP: Start> Run and type "Msconfig" without quotes. In the resulting window, select the AutoPlay tab, where you can disable all the unwanted programs.
6. Increase the RAM:
Increasing your RAM, you'll get optimized performance of your computer.
7. Uninstall unused software:
To do this, select Control Panel> Add / Remove Programs and uninstall all unwanted programs.
8. Use diagnostic utilities:
There are many diagnostic tools and software, which can be used to correct errors on your computer. The most famous of this series are as follows:
