Because several readers come up with their computer responding slowly, I am posting a summary record of basic steps you can take to resolve the Kmaestroproblem, and briefly discussing the three most frequent causes : malware, uncontrolled applications, and insufficient care.
Malware
Possibly the greatest factor to a badly performing computer is malware. Usually this is associated with downloading a software that includes spyware, by not having browser security settings high enough, by carelessly downloading P2P files, or by failing to install security patches regularly.
Stage 1. Update the definitions of your antivirus and operate a full scan of your hard disk drive in Safe Mode. Resolve any unfixable issues. Notice that some infections need extra measures until they can be removed; generally a internet search will find specific directions or a special removal tool. If you fail to find a answer, use the BC forums to obtain support.
Step 2. You’ve recently downloaded an application, and if the slowness is sudden, the problem may rest there. Test this by entirely eliminating it. A user will generally perform a internet search about the application before downloading it because in most cases, any possible problem with malware or inferior performance will have appeared.
Action 3. Adware and Spyware can dramatically effect your personal computer’s operation, and these are throughout the World wide web.
Experienced customers will consistently operate several of these programs, because each business has its own standards for what constitutes spyware and will simply search against their own set. (A listing of quite good, free anti spyware programs is provided by BC). Again, solve any open issues before proceeding to the next phase.
Uncontrolled Applications
Step 4. Evaluation apps that self-start on startup. You pc may be a arena for your interest. Many programs, for instance, install a quick-launch feature which permits them to be opened promptly; other programs will comprise an automatic 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 little bit of assets while your personal computer is running.
The simplest way to examine and than to handle start-ups is to work with one of the many little resources available (see the BC list of free programs). In case you are uncertain about what could be safely removed, remember that BC maintains a quite comprehensive Startup Database that includes information about whether the inquired item is needed, discretionary, or not needed.
At the same time, remember that all those icons in your Background also take a modest number of trunk time to set themselves.
Lack of Upkeep
Stage 5. Delete unused applications and exchange old files to a CD. Unplayed games, tons of family pictures, zipped files which you have previously opened, applications you have not used in two years, software for that old printer you threw away last year—these are a few examples of files you can delete.
(Note for higher level users: some experts would include the additional upkeep stage of cleaning up the Windows registry, and there are several programs to assist try this. For the most part, registry care will not make a vital difference, and unless you’re really comfortable with Windows, and carefully make backups of the registry, you can do significant harm by making registry changes, so this step isn’t contained
Action 6. Run scandisk / checkdisk in Safe Mode. Have it fix Kmaestro.
Step 7. Defragment your computer.
Hopefully, since you have have concluded, you will find a noticeable improvement in pc operation.