Malware
Possibly the greatest factor to a badly performing computer is malware. Generally this is associated with downloading a software that contains spyware, by not having browser security settings high enough, by carelessly downloading P2P files, or by declining to install security patches regularly.
Action 1. Update the explanations of your anti-virus and operate a complete scan of your drive in Safe Mode. Resolve any unfixable problems. Notice that some viruses require extra steps until they can be removed; ordinarily a internet search will locate specific directions or a special removal tool. If you fail to find a answer, use the BC forums to obtain assistance.
Step Two. If the slowness is abrupt, and you have recently saved an application, the problem might dwell there. Test this by completely eliminating it. A smart user will generally perform a websearch about the application before downloading it because in most instances, any possible trouble with malware or inferior performance will have appeared.
Step 3. Adware and Spyware can dramatically effect your computer’s operation, and these are all over the World wide web. A very recent research showed that one out-of every 20 executable files on Web sites is spyware, and 1 in 25 domains include at least one piece of spyware waiting for victims.
Seasoned users will consistently operate 2 or 3 of these programs, because each company has its own standards for what constitutes spyware and will just search against their own set. (A list of quite great, free antispyware applications is supplied by BC). Again, solve any open issues before continuing to the next step.
For further reading about Malware and some malware removal applications, use BC’s Tutorial section; most of the applications have quite good Help files that explain how they function too as the distinctive characteristics of each.
Uncontrolled Applications
Step 4. Review applications that self-launch on startup. You pc can become a battleground for your attention. Many programs, for instance, install a fast-launch feature which allows them to be opened immediately; other programs may contain an automated update feature that demands them to be running in the background. Your launching Windows are slowed down by each of these and each requires a little bit of assets while your personal computer is running.
The easiest method to examine and than to manage start ups would be to work with one of the many small resources available (see the BC list of free applications). Remember that Bc maintains a really complete Startup Database that includes information about whether the item is required, discretionary, or unnecessary, if you are uncertain about what could be safely deleted.
At-the same time, remember that all those icons on your Background also take a small amount of trunk time to set themselves.
Absence of Upkeep
Stage 5. Clean-up your hard drive (preparation for Action 7). Delete unused applications and move old files to a CD. Unplayed games, tons of family pictures, zipped files which you have previously opened, applications you haven’t found in two years, software for the old printer you put away last year—these are a few examples of files you can delete. Then use Window’s Disk Cleanup to delete temporary internet files, temporary PC health files, etc.
(Note for sophisticated users: some specialists would comprise the additional upkeep step of cleaning up the Windows registry, and you will find plenty of programs to assist do that. For the most part, so this step isn’t included, you may do severe damage by creating registry changes, registry maintenance will not make a vital difference, and unless you are very comfortable with Windows, and carefully make copies of-the registry
Action 6. Run scandisk / checkdisk in Safe Mode. Have it fix Javascript Application Error.
Stage 7. Defragment your personal computer.
Hopefully, since you have have concluded, you will find a marked improvement in pc performance.