- Remove unnecessary Bloatware
- Disable unnecessary toolbars in Internet Explorer
- Check that your antivirus software is not running scans throughout the day as you work
- Scan your PC for upgrade options to get the most out of your memory
- Check how much memory your PC has and how much of it you are using. To check this use the shortcut CTRL+Shift+Esc to open task manager. This will show you how much you are using in green (in GB – multiply by 1000 to get MB) and how much your PC has available under ‘total pysical memory’
- Always try to make sure you have 15% or more of free disk space
- Use CCleaner to remove temporary files from your computer and free up space
- Defragment your drive regularly to speed up your computer’s response time. First make sure all your files are backed up to another hard drive, CD Rom or DVD. Your computer should have a built-in Windows defrag tool in the Start menu; it could take up to several hours to run if you haven’t run a defrag before and you can’t use your PC while it’s running, so best to do it overnight
If none of these tips make any difference, it may just be that your PC is no longer adequate for your needs. Some PCs are just too old or slow to do what you want them to do, regardless of what clean-ups you try.
If you know the details of your processor (CPU) compare its processing power with other models; a modern processor should have a rating of 2000+.
Here at Flint IT we would be happy to talk to you about which computers we recommend to our customers and why, giving you an unbiased review of what’s out there and what is best for your particular needs. Contact us on 0845 330 9680 or email sales AT flint-it DOT com.
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