Because many readers write about their computer reacting slowly, I am submitting a summary listing of basic steps you can take to solve the Error 18 Grubproblem, and briefly discussing the three most frequent causes : malware, uncontrolled applications, and insufficient care.
Malware
Perhaps the most important contributor to a badly performing computer is malware.
Stage 1. Revise the definitions of your anti virus and operate a complete scan of your hard drive in Safe Mode. Resolve any unfixable problems. Note that some infections require additional steps before they can be removed; generally a internet search will find specific directions or a special removal tool. If you can’t find a solution, use the BC forums to request help.
Step 2. If the sluggishness is sudden, and you have recently downloaded an application, the problem may dwell there. Check this by entirely removing it. A smart user will usually perform a web search about the program before downloading it because in most instances, any potential issue with malware or poor performance will have surfaced.
Step 3. Adware and Spyware can dramatically impact your personal computer’s performance, and these are all over the Net. A very recent research indicated that one out of every 20 executable files on Websites is spyware, and 1 in 25 domains contain at least one bit of spyware waiting for victims.
Experienced users will routinely operate 2 or 3 of the programs, because each company has its own standards for what constitutes spyware and will simply search against their own set. (A record of really great, free anti spyware applications is given by BC). Again, resolve any open issues before continuing to the next phase.
For further reading about Malware and some malware removal applications, use BC’s Tutorial section; most of the applications have quite great Help documents that explain how they operate too as the distinctive features of each.
Uncontrolled Applications
Stage 4. Evaluation programs that self-launch on startup. You computer may be a arena for your consideration. Many programs, for instance, install a quick-launch feature that enables them to be opened fast; other programs will include an automated update feature that requires them to be working in the background. Each of these decreases your debut Windows and each needs a little bit of resources while your computer is running.
The easiest method to examine and than to manage start-ups will be to use one of the numerous small resources available (see the Bc list of free programs). You may use its startup tool that lists startups and allows you to show off any you do not want, if, for instance, you have Spybot Search and Destroy. In case you are uncertain about what could be safely removed, remember that BC maintains a quite complete Startup Database that includes info about whether the item is required, elective, or unnecessary.
At the same time, remember that those symbols on your own Background also take a small number of boot time to set themselves.
Lack of Maintenance
Step 5. Delete unused programs and exchange old files to a CD. Unplayed games, lots of family pictures, zipped files that you have already opened, applications you haven’t used in two years, software for that old printer you threw away last year—these are a few examples of files you can delete. Then use Window’s Disk Cleanup to remove temporary internet files, temporary PC health files, etc.
(Note for advanced level users: some professionals would comprise the additional care stage of cleaning the Windows registry, and you will find plenty of apps to help do that. For the most part, so this step isn’t contained, you may do severe damage by creating registry changes, registry maintenance will not make a vital difference, and unless you are really comfy with Windows, and carefully make copies of the registry
Action 6. Have it fix Error 18 Grub.
Action 7. Defragment your pc.
Hopefully, now that you have have concluded, you’ll see a noticeable improvement in computer functionality.