Malware
Possibly the greatest contributor to a poorly performing computer is malware.
Action 1. Revise the definitions of your antivirus and operate a full scan of your hard disk drive in Safe Mode. Resolve any unfixable issues. Note that some infections need extra steps until they could be removed; typically a internet search will find specific instructions or a particular removal tool. Use the Bc forums to obtain support, if you fail to find a answer.
Step Two. You have recently downloaded an application, and if the slowness is abrupt, the issue might rest there. Test this by totally removing it. A smart user will typically perform a internet search about the application before installing because in most instances, any possible problem with malware or poor performance will have surfaced.
Step three. Adware and Spyware can dramatically impact your personal computer’s operation, and these are around the Net.
Seasoned users will often run 2 or 3 of the applications, because each company has its own criteria for what constitutes spyware and will only search against their own set. (A list of very great, free antispyware applications is given by BC). Again, resolve any open issues before continuing to the next phase.
For further reading about Malicious software and some malware removal applications, use BC’s Tutorial section; most of the programs have very good Help files that explain how they work also as the special attributes of each.
Uncontrolled Applications
Step 4. Review programs that self-launching on startup. You pc can become a battleground for your attention. Many programs, for instance, install a quick-launch feature that allows them to be opened rapidly; other programs may comprise an automated update feature that requires them to be working in the background. Each of these slows down your launching Windows and each needs a little bit of sources while your computer is running.
The easiest method to review and than to handle startups is to-use one of many little utilities available (see the Bc list of free programs). In case you are unsure about what can be safely deleted, remember that Bc maintains a very complete Startup Database that includes info about whether the inquired item is required, discretionary, or not needed.
At-the same time, remember that all those icons in your Background also take a modest amount of boot time to set themselves.
Lack of Upkeep
Step 5. Delete unused applications and transfer old files to a CD. Unplayed games, lots of family pictures, zipped files which you have opened, applications you haven’t found in two years, software for the old printer you threw away last year—these are some types of files you can delete.
(Note for advanced users: some professionals would include the additional upkeep stage of cleaning the Windows registry, and there are plenty of programs to assist try this. For the most part, registry maintenance will not make a major difference, and unless you’re very comfy with Windows, and carefully make backups of the registry, you can do significant damage by making registry modifications, so this step is not included
Stage 6. Have it repair 0x80071F4B.
Step 7. Defragment your pc.
Hopefully, since you have have ended, you’ll see a noticeable enhancement in computer functionality.