Malware
Maybe the greatest factor to a poorly performing computer is malware.
Action 1. Revise the definitions of your anti virus and run a complete scan of your hard disk in Safe Mode. Resolve any unfixable issues. Note that some viruses need additional steps before they can be removed; normally a internet search will locate specific directions or a special removal tool. If you can’t find a answer, use the BC forums to request support.
Step Two. If the sluggishness is unexpected, and you’ve recently downloaded an application, the issue might dwell there. Check this by completely eliminating it. A smart user will normally perform a websearch about the program before downloading it because in most instances, any possible difficulty with malware or poor performance will have surfaced.
Step 3. Adware and Spyware can drastically effect your computer’s functionality, and these are throughout the Net. A very recent research indicated that one out-of every 20 executable files on Web sites is spyware, and 1 in 25 domains contain at least one piece of spyware waiting for victims.
Experienced users will frequently operate 2 or 3 of the programs, because each company has its own requirements for what constitutes spyware and will just search against their own set. (A list of really great, free anti spyware applications is given by BC). Again, resolve any open issues before proceeding to the next phase.
Uncontrolled Applications
Stage 4. Evaluation programs that self-launching on startup. You pc can be a arena for your consideration. Many programs, for instance, install a rapid-launch feature which enables them to be opened promptly; other programs may include an automated update feature that requires them to be running in the background. Your launching Windows are slowed down by each of these and each needs a small bit of sources while your personal computer is running.
If, for example, you have Spybot Search and Destroy, you can use its startup tool that lists startups and lets you to show off any you don’t want. Remember that Bc maintains a quite complete Startup Database that includes info about whether the item is needed, discretionary, or not needed, if you are uncertain about what may be safely removed.
At the same time, remember that those symbols on your own Background also take a small number of boot time to set themselves.
Absence of Upkeep
Stage 5. Cleanup your hard drive (preparation for Stage 7). Delete unused applications and exchange old files to a CD. Unplayed games, tons of family images, zipped files which you have previously opened, applications you have not used in two years, software for that old printer you put away last year—these are some examples of files you can delete.
(Note for sophisticated users: some experts would comprise the added care step of cleaning the Windows registry, and you will find plenty of apps to help do that. For the most part, so this measure is not included, you can do serious damage by making registry modifications, registry maintenance will not make a significant difference, and unless you’re quite comfy with Windows, and cautiously make copies of the registry
Action 6. Run scandisk / checkdisk in Safe Mode. Have it mend 0xfffffa13.
Stage 7. Defragment your personal computer. Windows tends to set new documents in any available open space; defragging will place associated segments of files closer together so your read arm has less going around the hard drive to do, saving wear-and tear while racing up plans.
Hopefully, now that you have have concluded, you’ll find a noticeable enhancement in computer functionality.